Missouri River (Missouri), Jefferson City (06910450)

StateMissouriLatestUnknown (61500 cfs)
RiverMissouri RiverRatingObservedEstimated
Updated2026-05-10 8:45 (29 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)
Discharge61500 cfs (median: 92600 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)
Height8.23 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)
TrendFalling (falling 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
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P75P80P90P95
2026-05-10 08:45 8.23 61500 246000 (2019) 40300 (2023) 116000 42900 69000 76600 92600 163000 192000 242000
2026-05-10 07:45 8.27 61700 246000 (2019) 40300 (2023) 116000 42900 69000 76600 92600 163000 192000 242000
2026-05-10 06:45 8.31 61900 246000 (2019) 40300 (2023) 116000 42900 69000 76600 92600 163000 192000 242000
2026-05-10 05:45 8.32 62000 246000 (2019) 40300 (2023) 116000 42900 69000 76600 92600 163000 192000 242000
2026-05-10 04:45 8.36 62200 246000 (2019) 40300 (2023) 116000 42900 69000 76600 92600 163000 192000 242000
2026-05-10 03:45 8.39 62400 246000 (2019) 40300 (2023) 116000 42900 69000 76600 92600 163000 192000 242000
2026-05-10 02:45 8.42 62600 246000 (2019) 40300 (2023) 116000 42900 69000 76600 92600 163000 192000 242000
2026-05-10 01:45 8.45 62800 246000 (2019) 40300 (2023) 116000 42900 69000 76600 92600 163000 192000 242000
2026-05-10 00:45 8.49 63100 246000 (2019) 40300 (2023) 116000 42900 69000 76600 92600 163000 192000 242000
2026-05-09 23:45 8.53 63300 246000 (2019) 40300 (2023) 116000 42900 69000 76600 92600 163000 192000 242000
2026-05-09 22:45 8.57 63600 215000 (2019) 39600 (2023) 112000 41900 66300 75800 96400 151000 184000 213000
2026-05-09 21:45 8.59 63700 215000 (2019) 39600 (2023) 112000 41900 66300 75800 96400 151000 184000 213000
2026-05-09 20:45 8.61 63800 215000 (2019) 39600 (2023) 112000 41900 66300 75800 96400 151000 184000 213000
2026-05-09 19:45 8.65 64100 215000 (2019) 39600 (2023) 112000 41900 66300 75800 96400 151000 184000 213000
2026-05-09 18:45 8.69 64300 215000 (2019) 39600 (2023) 112000 41900 66300 75800 96400 151000 184000 213000
2026-05-09 17:45 8.74 64600 215000 (2019) 39600 (2023) 112000 41900 66300 75800 96400 151000 184000 213000
2026-05-09 16:45 8.76 64800 215000 (2019) 39600 (2023) 112000 41900 66300 75800 96400 151000 184000 213000
2026-05-09 15:45 8.79 64900 215000 (2019) 39600 (2023) 112000 41900 66300 75800 96400 151000 184000 213000
2026-05-09 14:45 8.82 65100 215000 (2019) 39600 (2023) 112000 41900 66300 75800 96400 151000 184000 213000
2026-05-09 13:45 8.84 65300 215000 (2019) 39600 (2023) 112000 41900 66300 75800 96400 151000 184000 213000
2026-05-09 12:45 8.83 65200 215000 (2019) 39600 (2023) 112000 41900 66300 75800 96400 151000 184000 213000
2026-05-09 11:45 8.85 65300 215000 (2019) 39600 (2023) 112000 41900 66300 75800 96400 151000 184000 213000
2026-05-09 10:45 8.88 65500 215000 (2019) 39600 (2023) 112000 41900 66300 75800 96400 151000 184000 213000
2026-05-09 09:45 8.88 65500 215000 (2019) 39600 (2023) 112000 41900 66300 75800 96400 151000 184000 213000
2026-05-09 08:45 8.89 65600 215000 (2019) 39600 (2023) 112000 41900 66300 75800 96400 151000 184000 213000
2026-05-09 07:45 8.90 65600 215000 (2019) 39600 (2023) 112000 41900 66300 75800 96400 151000 184000 213000
2026-05-09 06:45 8.88 65500 215000 (2019) 39600 (2023) 112000 41900 66300 75800 96400 151000 184000 213000
2026-05-09 05:45 8.91 65700 215000 (2019) 39600 (2023) 112000 41900 66300 75800 96400 151000 184000 213000
2026-05-09 04:45 8.92 65800 215000 (2019) 39600 (2023) 112000 41900 66300 75800 96400 151000 184000 213000
2026-05-09 03:45 8.94 65900 215000 (2019) 39600 (2023) 112000 41900 66300 75800 96400 151000 184000 213000
2026-05-09 02:45 8.97 66100 215000 (2019) 39600 (2023) 112000 41900 66300 75800 96400 151000 184000 213000
2026-05-09 01:45 9.00 66300 215000 (2019) 39600 (2023) 112000 41900 66300 75800 96400 151000 184000 213000
2026-05-09 00:45 9.03 66500 215000 (2019) 39600 (2023) 112000 41900 66300 75800 96400 151000 184000 213000
2026-05-08 23:45 9.06 66700 215000 (2019) 39600 (2023) 112000 41900 66300 75800 96400 151000 184000 213000

A total of 34 rows are displayed for years 2015 through 2024.