Spring River (AR) at Imboden
Arkansas — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Lawrence County, Arkansas on the Spring River (AR). Live water level data from USGS gauge 07069500, 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
26 ft
Moderate Flood
23 ft
Minor Flood
18 ft
Action Stage
13 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
38 ft
Flood of record is 38.12 feet which occurred December 3rd 1982.
32 ft
Spring River crested at 32.1 feet in August 1915 due to heavy rainfall from the remnants of a Catagory 4 hurricane that made landfall on the Northeast Texas Gulf Coast and moved across Arkansas.
28 ft
Railroad tracks along the river may be covered by water. U.S. Highway 63 may flood. Houses flooded in the Imboden vicinity, evacuations may be needed. River crested in April 2025 at 29.5 feet.
26 ft
Water getting near housing project in Eastern Imboden, with locally heavy rainfall there may be some problems in the housing authority.
25 ft
Water approaching structures and populated areas of Eastern Imboden.
23 ft
Some county roads and bridges may be inundated.
18 ft
Lower lying cultivated farmlands and pastures flood.
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 | 38.12 ft | 244,000 cfs |
| Dec 2, 1982 | 38.12 ft | 244,000 cfs |
| Aug 14, 1915 | 32.1 ft | 125,000 cfs |
| Aug 14, 1915 | 32.1 ft | 125,000 cfs |
| Apr 5, 2025 | 29.54 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
IMBA4
River
Spring River (AR)
County
Lawrence, AR
Coordinates
36.2053°N, 91.1719°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Spring River (AR) at Imboden?
The Spring River (AR) at Imboden gauge is maintained by USGS (site 07069500) 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 Imboden?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Spring River (AR) at Imboden is 18 feet. Action stage begins at 13 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 23 feet, and major flooding at 26 feet.
How do I get alerts when Spring River (AR) rises?
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Where is the Spring River (AR) at Imboden gauge located?
The gauge is located in Lawrence County, Arkansas at coordinates 36.2053°N, 91.1719°W. USGS site number: 07069500. 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.