Cossatot River — below Gillham Dam to DeQueen: Water Level Today — Can You Paddle It?
Cossatot River · Class I · Arkansas
Current verdict
No runnable range yet
We don’t have a runnable range for this section yet — many of these are calm or dam-controlled reaches. Here’s the current gauge reading; check it (and, for tailwaters, the dam’s generation schedule) before you go.
USGS gauge 07340500 · updated Jul 9, 8:00 AM UTC
7-day flow trend
Section facts
- Difficulty
- Class I
- Length
- 6 mi
- Float time
- ~3 hr
- Best months
- March–July
- Put-in
- Gillham Dam Access
- Take-out
- Hwy 4 near DeQueen
Reading USGS gauge 07340500 — Cossatot River near DeQueen, AR ↗ · runnable range is an estimate (see methodology)
FAQ
What water level is good for paddling Cossatot River — below Gillham Dam to DeQueen?
We don't yet have a published runnable range for this section, so we can't give a firm number. Check the live USGS gauge and ask a local outfitter before you go.
How do I check Cossatot River levels?
We read USGS gauge 07340500 — the same public data USGS publishes — about every 30 minutes and compare it to the runnable range for this reach. You can also view the raw gauge yourself at waterdata.usgs.gov.
Is Cossatot River — below Gillham Dam to DeQueen good for beginners?
This section is rated Class I. At good levels it suits confident beginners and up, but it can have riffles or small rapids. Scout anything you can't see, and stay off it at high water.
When is the best time to paddle Cossatot River here?
Typically March–July, when flows are most reliable for this section. Spring can run high after rain or snowmelt; late summer can drop too low. Always check today's gauge reading rather than assuming.
How long does it take to float Cossatot River — below Gillham Dam to DeQueen?
This reach is about 6 miles, roughly 3 hours at a relaxed pace. Higher water is faster; low water and headwinds are slower. Add time for stops.