Caney River at Bartlesville
Oklahoma — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Washington County, Oklahoma on the Caney River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 07174400, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Major Flood
19 ft
Moderate Flood
15 ft
Minor Flood
13 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
23 ft
devasting flooding occurs along the Caney River from Dewey to Ochelata. Many homes and businesses in Bartlesville and suburban areas are flooded. The Tuxedo Street bridge may be overtopped. This is an extremely dangerous and life threatening situation.
22 ft
very severe flooding occurs along the Caney River from Dewey to Ochelata. Many homes and businesses become flooded. Only Frank Phillips Blvd is open to east-west travel across the Caney River in Bartlesville. This exceeds the flood of July 2, 2007 when the river reached 21.45 feet. This is an extremely dangerous and life threatening situation.
21 ft
very severe flooding occurs from Dewey to Ochelata. Many homes and businesses in Bartlesville and suburban areas are flooded. Frank Phillips Blvd is the only east-west road across the Caney River in Bartlesville. This compares with the flooding which occurred on July 2, 2007 when the river reached 21.45 feet. This is an extremely dangerous and life threatening situation.
19 ft
severe flooding occurs in Bartlesville and suburban areas. Tuxedo Blvd, Hillcrest Drive, and Adams Road are all be closed. Only Frank Phillips Blvd is open for east-west traffic across Bartlesville. Somes homes and businesses suffer minor flooding. This is an extremely dangerous and life threatening situation.
18 ft
the old Highway 75 crossing or Tuxedo Blvd is closed. Hillcrest Drive is closed. Adams Road will close when the Caney River is between 18 and 19 feet. Buildings in Johnstone Park are flooded. Some businesses on Highway 123 may be flooded.
17 ft
serious flooding occurs in Johnston Park and residential areas in Bartlesville. Tuxedo Blvd and Hillcrest Drive become impassable. Extensive agricultural flooding occurs from Bartlesville to Ochelata.
16 ft
the old Highway 75 crossing or Tuxedo Blvd is closed. Hillcrest Drive may be impassable. Johnstone Park is flooded.
15 ft
the old Highway 75 crossing or Tuxedo Blvd in Bartlesville becomes covered by water. Moderate flooding occurs at Johnston Park and over farmlands between Bartlesville and Ochelata.
13 ft
minor flooding is expected over farmland from Bartlesville to Ochelata.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 3, 1986 | 27.7 ft | 94,500 cfs |
| Oct 3, 1986 | 27.7 ft | 94,500 cfs |
| Oct 2, 1926 | 25.3 ft | — |
| Oct 2, 1926 | 25.3 ft | — |
| Apr 10, 1944 | 24.71 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
BVLO2
River
Caney River
County
Washington, OK
Coordinates
36.7556°N, 95.9719°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Caney River at Bartlesville?
The Caney River at Bartlesville gauge is maintained by USGS (site 07174400) 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 Caney River at Bartlesville?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Caney River at Bartlesville is 13 feet. Action stage begins at 13 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 15 feet, and major flooding at 19 feet.
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Where is the Caney River at Bartlesville gauge located?
The gauge is located in Washington County, Oklahoma at coordinates 36.7556°N, 95.9719°W. USGS site number: 07174400. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, 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.