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Arkansas
Saline River
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River facts
- Water
- Seasonal — can run dry
- Average flow
- 569 cfs
- Average current
- 1.1 ft/s
- Gradient
- 15.2 ft/mi
- Drainage area
- 356 sq mi
Long-term averages modeled by USGS (NHDPlus HR), not today's conditions. Check a gauge before you go.
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Saline River
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About this water
Saline River is a 39-mile paddling stretch near Dierks, Arkansas. It is intermittent and may run dry in some seasons. USGS models an average flow of about 569 cfs and a gradient of about 15.2 feet per mile.
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Okay Landing Recreation Area
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~45 min drive
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~40 min drive
A worthwhile stop near Arkansas.
Index Bridge Boat Ramp
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~1h 11m drive
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Muddy Fork
~19 min drive
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Mine Creek
~22 min drive
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