Missouri River (Missouri), Jefferson City (06910450)

StateMissouriLatestUnknown (113000 cfs)
RiverMissouri RiverRatingObservedEstimated
Updated2026-06-25 0:45 (23 minutes ago)Flood - The river is flooding. Obstacles can be treacherous or deadly. The river should be avoided at this stage for casual trips and definitely for the inexperienced. Trips should be attempted only with protective gear and equipment.Flood(none)(none)
Discharge113000 cfs (median: 102000 cfs)High - The river is high and potentially dangerous, especially for the young and / or inexperienced. Normal stream obstacles are sometimes difficult to navigate. Extended distances can be attempted, but canoe travel may not be advisable.High(none)(none)
Height15.2 feetGood - Conditions are ideal for a canoe or kayak. Boats typically will drag on fewer than one-quarter of riffles, if at all, and portages are unnecessary or rare. Normal float lengths can be attempted without a problem.Good(none)(none)
TrendSteady (rising over 24 hours)Low - River is low but can still be floated. Some riffles are okay but most come with significant dragging and might need a portage. Float lengths should be reduced to accommodate low flow, dragging, and portages.Low(none)(none)
USGSExternal icon USGS Site (External icon Duck Duck Go Maps)Poor - River is too low to float comfortably. Most or all riffles will drag or must be portaged and some obstacles (such as slick shelf rock) cause undue problems. Avoid the river at this stage for casual paddling trips.Poor(none)(none)

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Trips for Missouri River (Missouri), Jefferson City (06910450)

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A total of 0 rows are displayed.

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Classic Trip List

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Gauge Data Table

ObservationHeightDischargeMaximum
Discharge
Minimum
Discharge
Mean
Discharge
P05P10P20P25P50
(Median)
P75P80P90P95
2026-06-25 00:45 15.20 113000 281000 (2019) 41000 (2023) 115000 43100 65800 77400 102000 127000 163000 271000
2026-06-24 23:45 15.23 113000 281000 (2019) 41000 (2023) 115000 43100 65800 77400 102000 127000 163000 271000
2026-06-24 22:45 15.27 114000 268000 (2019) 40700 (2023) 115000 42500 60000 62700 101000 142000 181000 261000
2026-06-24 21:45 15.25 114000 268000 (2019) 40700 (2023) 115000 42500 60000 62700 101000 142000 181000 261000
2026-06-24 20:45 15.29 114000 268000 (2019) 40700 (2023) 115000 42500 60000 62700 101000 142000 181000 261000
2026-06-24 19:45 15.31 114000 268000 (2019) 40700 (2023) 115000 42500 60000 62700 101000 142000 181000 261000
2026-06-24 18:45 15.31 114000 268000 (2019) 40700 (2023) 115000 42500 60000 62700 101000 142000 181000 261000
2026-06-24 17:45 15.29 114000 268000 (2019) 40700 (2023) 115000 42500 60000 62700 101000 142000 181000 261000
2026-06-24 16:45 15.28 114000 268000 (2019) 40700 (2023) 115000 42500 60000 62700 101000 142000 181000 261000
2026-06-24 15:45 15.30 114000 268000 (2019) 40700 (2023) 115000 42500 60000 62700 101000 142000 181000 261000
2026-06-24 14:45 15.31 114000 268000 (2019) 40700 (2023) 115000 42500 60000 62700 101000 142000 181000 261000
2026-06-24 13:45 15.25 114000 268000 (2019) 40700 (2023) 115000 42500 60000 62700 101000 142000 181000 261000
2026-06-24 12:45 15.28 114000 268000 (2019) 40700 (2023) 115000 42500 60000 62700 101000 142000 181000 261000
2026-06-24 11:45 15.28 114000 268000 (2019) 40700 (2023) 115000 42500 60000 62700 101000 142000 181000 261000
2026-06-24 10:45 15.29 114000 268000 (2019) 40700 (2023) 115000 42500 60000 62700 101000 142000 181000 261000
2026-06-24 09:45 15.29 114000 268000 (2019) 40700 (2023) 115000 42500 60000 62700 101000 142000 181000 261000
2026-06-24 08:45 15.30 114000 268000 (2019) 40700 (2023) 115000 42500 60000 62700 101000 142000 181000 261000
2026-06-24 07:45 15.27 114000 268000 (2019) 40700 (2023) 115000 42500 60000 62700 101000 142000 181000 261000
2026-06-24 06:45 15.25 114000 268000 (2019) 40700 (2023) 115000 42500 60000 62700 101000 142000 181000 261000
2026-06-24 05:45 15.26 114000 268000 (2019) 40700 (2023) 115000 42500 60000 62700 101000 142000 181000 261000
2026-06-24 04:45 15.25 114000 268000 (2019) 40700 (2023) 115000 42500 60000 62700 101000 142000 181000 261000
2026-06-24 03:45 15.23 113000 268000 (2019) 40700 (2023) 115000 42500 60000 62700 101000 142000 181000 261000
2026-06-24 02:45 15.22 113000 268000 (2019) 40700 (2023) 115000 42500 60000 62700 101000 142000 181000 261000
2026-06-24 01:45 15.18 113000 268000 (2019) 40700 (2023) 115000 42500 60000 62700 101000 142000 181000 261000
2026-06-24 00:45 15.16 113000 268000 (2019) 40700 (2023) 115000 42500 60000 62700 101000 142000 181000 261000
2026-06-23 23:45 15.12 112000 268000 (2019) 40700 (2023) 115000 42500 60000 62700 101000 142000 181000 261000

A total of 26 rows are displayed for years 2015 through 2024.