Spring River (AR) at Hardy
Arkansas — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Sharp County, Arkansas on the Spring River (AR). Live water level data from USGS gauge 07069305, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Major Flood
16 ft
Moderate Flood
14 ft
Minor Flood
10 ft
Action Stage
8 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
22 ft
Flood in April 2025 rose to 22.8 feet. Expect water over U.S. Highway 63 on the east side of town. Lower lying businesses in Old Town and City Hall flooded. Water over Spring Street at bridge. Water over railroad.
20 ft
Portions of Old Town flooded. Spring Street flooded. Water under most elevated homes along the river bank.
18 ft
Life threatening situation. Homes and businesses along the river and tributaries will be flooded. Water will begin impacting lower lying businesses in Old Town and City Hall. Water over railroad.
16 ft
Serious flooding in Fulton and Sharp counties along the river. Dangerous situation with swift water running through campground and under homes along the river. Life threatening situation.
14 ft
Homes on Pilings along the riverbank have water under them. River Bend Campground and other low lying recreational facilities are flooded.
12 ft
Some flooding in City Park and in River Bend Campground. Water may be near homes along the riverbank.
10 ft
Water is breaking out of the banks and flooding low lying areas along the 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 | 29 ft | — |
| Dec 2, 1982 | 29 ft | — |
| Apr 5, 2025 | 22.82 ft | — |
| Apr 5, 2025 | 22.82 ft | — |
| Mar 19, 2008 | 22.29 ft | 80,700 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
HDYA4
River
Spring River (AR)
County
Sharp, AR
Coordinates
36.3136°N, 91.4828°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Spring River (AR) at Hardy?
The Spring River (AR) at Hardy gauge is maintained by USGS (site 07069305) 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 Spring River (AR) at Hardy?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Spring River (AR) at Hardy is 10 feet. Action stage begins at 8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 14 feet, and major flooding at 16 feet.
How do I get alerts when Spring River (AR) rises?
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Where is the Spring River (AR) at Hardy gauge located?
The gauge is located in Sharp County, Arkansas at coordinates 36.3136°N, 91.4828°W. USGS site number: 07069305. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
- 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.