Major Flood
22 ft
Current Water Level
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FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
20 ft
Minor Flood
18 ft
Action Stage
10 ft
What Floods at Each Level
24 ft
highest stage of record was 23.66 feet in December 1982. Statistically, this is approximately a one percent annual chance flood event. The river is very swift. This is an extremely dangerous and life threatening situation.
22 ft
much of the low lying ground along the Mulberry River within the Arkansas River Valley will be impacted. County roads near the river may be inundated. The river is very swift. This is an extremely dangerous and life threatening situation.
20 ft
numerous county roads and bridges are inundated and possibly damaged by swift currents.
18 ft
agricultural and timber lands along the left bank and in the vicinity of the gage begin to flood. The first 7 miles of the river are subject to backwater flooding from the Arkansas River. Mulberry and the area south of I-40 can be affected. The river is swift and dangerous.
16 ft
agricultural and timber lands along the left bank and in the vicinity of the gage are threatened. The first several miles of the river are subject to backwater flooding from the Arkansas River. Mulberry and the area south of I-40 are threatened. The river is swift and dangerous.
14 ft
no flooding occurs but the river is swift and dangerous. Backwater from the Arkansas River may affect low lying areas near the first few miles of the Mulberry River.
12 ft
no flooding occurs but the river is swift and dangerous. Backwater from the Arkansas River may affect low lying areas near the first few miles of the Mulberry River.
10 ft
no flooding occurs but the river is swift and dangerous. Backwater from the Arkansas River may affect low lying areas near the first few miles of the Mulberry River.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 2, 1982 | 23.66 ft | 70,200 cfs |
| Dec 14, 1927 | 22 ft | 59,000 cfs |
| Feb 22, 1985 | 21.9 ft | 59,700 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
MLBA4
River
Mulberry River (AR)
County
Franklin, AR
Coordinates
35.5769°N, 94.0153°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Mulberry River (AR) near Mulberry?
The Mulberry River (AR) near Mulberry gauge is maintained by USGS (site 07252000) and reports water levels every 15 minutes. Visit this page to see the latest reading updated live, or download StormCast to get push alerts when levels rise.
What is flood stage for Mulberry River (AR) near Mulberry?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Mulberry River (AR) near Mulberry is 18 feet. Action stage begins at 10 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 20 feet, and major flooding at 22 feet.
How do I get alerts when Mulberry River (AR) rises?
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Where is the Mulberry River (AR) near Mulberry gauge located?
The gauge is located in Franklin County, Arkansas at coordinates 35.5769°N, 94.0153°W. USGS site number: 07252000. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: USGS/USACE/ADEQ, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 24 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.