Major Flood
18 ft
Current Water Level
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FLOOD STAGES
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Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
17 ft
Minor Flood
15 ft
Action Stage
13 ft
What Floods at Each Level
24 ft
Flooding of mostly croplands... pastures... and rural roads occurs. Rural flooding extends from near Watonga in Blaine County... downstream to near Calumet in western Canadian County. The town of Greenfield may experince dangerous flooding and isolation of several homes.
23 ft
Flooding of mostly croplands... pastures... and rural roads occurs. Rural flooding extends from near Watonga in Blaine County... downstream to near Calumet in western Canadian County. The town of Greenfield may experience flooding or isolation of several homes.
22 ft
Flooding of mostly croplands... pastures... and rural roads occurs. Rural flooding extends from near Watonga in Blaine County... downstream to near Calumet in western Canadian County. The town of Greenfield may experience flooding or isolation of several homes.
21 ft
Flooding of mostly croplands... pastures... and rural roads occurs. Rural flooding extends from near Watonga in Blaine County... downstream to near Calumet in western Canadian County. The northwest edge of The town of Greenfield is covered by shallow depths of floodwater.
20 ft
Flooding of mostly croplands... pastures... and rural roads occurs. Rural flooding extends from near Watonga in Blaine County... downstream to near Calumet in western Canadian County. The northwest edge of The town of Greenfield may see shallow depths. no other towns will be affected.
19 ft
Flooding of croplands...pastures... and rural roads occurs. The floodwaters extend from near Watonga in Blaine County... downstream to near Calumet in western Canadian County.
18 ft
Flooding of croplands...pastures... and rural roads occurs. The floodwaters extend from near Watonga in Blaine County... downstream to near Calumet in western Canadian County.
17 ft
Flooding of croplands...pastures... and rural roads occurs. The floodwaters extend from near Watonga in Blaine County... downstream to near Calumet in western Canadian County.
16 ft
Flooding of croplands...pastures... and rural roads occurs. The floodwaters extend from near Watonga in Blaine County... downstream to near Calumet in western Canadian County.
15 ft
Flooding of croplands...pastures... and rural roads occurs. The floodwaters extend from near Watonga in Blaine County... downstream to near Calumet in western Canadian County.
14 ft
Inundation of lowlands near the river may occur. The river reach affected extends from near Watonga in Blaine County... downstream to near Calumet in western Canadian County.
13 ft
Near bankfull conditions exist along the river may occur. The river reach affected extends from near Watonga in Blaine County... downstream to near Calumet in western Canadian County.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 19, 2007 | 19.7 ft | 7,220 cfs |
| Oct 2, 1986 | 19.24 ft | 6,180 cfs |
| Aug 2, 1995 | 18.26 ft | 5,160 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
WATO2
River
North Canadian River
County
Blaine, OK
Coordinates
35.8120°N, 98.4209°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of North Canadian River near Watonga?
The North Canadian River near Watonga gauge is maintained by USGS (site 07239300) 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 North Canadian River near Watonga?
The NWS-defined flood stage for North Canadian River near Watonga is 15 feet. Action stage begins at 13 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 17 feet, and major flooding at 18 feet.
How do I get alerts when North Canadian River rises?
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Where is the North Canadian River near Watonga gauge located?
The gauge is located in Blaine County, Oklahoma at coordinates 35.8120°N, 98.4209°W. USGS site number: 07239300. 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.