Osage River (Missouri), Saint Thomas (06926510)

StateMissouriLatestUnknown (5390 cfs)
RiverOsage RiverRatingObservedEstimated
Updated2026-08-10 7:45 (38 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)
Discharge5390 cfs (median: 3200 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)
Height4.68 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)
TrendRising (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 Osage River (Missouri), Saint Thomas (06926510)

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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
2026-08-10 07:45 4.68 5390 51200 (2019) 545 (1997) 8770 712 915 1280 1400 3200 10700 13700 33800 43400
2026-08-10 06:45 4.51 4920 51200 (2019) 545 (1997) 8770 712 915 1280 1400 3200 10700 13700 33800 43400
2026-08-10 05:45 4.30 4340 51200 (2019) 545 (1997) 8770 712 915 1280 1400 3200 10700 13700 33800 43400
2026-08-10 04:45 4.05 3670 51200 (2019) 545 (1997) 8770 712 915 1280 1400 3200 10700 13700 33800 43400
2026-08-10 03:45 3.85 3140 51200 (2019) 545 (1997) 8770 712 915 1280 1400 3200 10700 13700 33800 43400
2026-08-10 02:45 3.77 2930 51200 (2019) 545 (1997) 8770 712 915 1280 1400 3200 10700 13700 33800 43400
2026-08-10 01:45 3.78 2960 51200 (2019) 545 (1997) 8770 712 915 1280 1400 3200 10700 13700 33800 43400
2026-08-10 00:45 3.85 3140 51200 (2019) 545 (1997) 8770 712 915 1280 1400 3200 10700 13700 33800 43400
2026-08-09 23:45 3.94 3380 51200 (2019) 545 (1997) 8770 712 915 1280 1400 3200 10700 13700 33800 43400
2026-08-09 22:45 4.03 3620 51300 (2019) 456 (1997) 9140 569 874 1350 1500 3380 10200 15600 34800 47800
2026-08-09 21:45 4.13 3890 51300 (2019) 456 (1997) 9140 569 874 1350 1500 3380 10200 15600 34800 47800
2026-08-09 20:45 4.23 4160 51300 (2019) 456 (1997) 9140 569 874 1350 1500 3380 10200 15600 34800 47800
2026-08-09 19:45 4.32 4390 51300 (2019) 456 (1997) 9140 569 874 1350 1500 3380 10200 15600 34800 47800
2026-08-09 18:45 4.41 4640 51300 (2019) 456 (1997) 9140 569 874 1350 1500 3380 10200 15600 34800 47800
2026-08-09 17:45 4.49 4870 51300 (2019) 456 (1997) 9140 569 874 1350 1500 3380 10200 15600 34800 47800
2026-08-09 16:45 4.56 5060 51300 (2019) 456 (1997) 9140 569 874 1350 1500 3380 10200 15600 34800 47800
2026-08-09 15:45 4.62 5220 51300 (2019) 456 (1997) 9140 569 874 1350 1500 3380 10200 15600 34800 47800
2026-08-09 14:45 4.66 5330 51300 (2019) 456 (1997) 9140 569 874 1350 1500 3380 10200 15600 34800 47800
2026-08-09 13:45 4.67 5360 51300 (2019) 456 (1997) 9140 569 874 1350 1500 3380 10200 15600 34800 47800
2026-08-09 12:45 4.66 5330 51300 (2019) 456 (1997) 9140 569 874 1350 1500 3380 10200 15600 34800 47800
2026-08-09 11:45 4.61 5200 51300 (2019) 456 (1997) 9140 569 874 1350 1500 3380 10200 15600 34800 47800
2026-08-09 10:45 4.50 4890 51300 (2019) 456 (1997) 9140 569 874 1350 1500 3380 10200 15600 34800 47800
2026-08-09 09:45 4.32 4390 51300 (2019) 456 (1997) 9140 569 874 1350 1500 3380 10200 15600 34800 47800
2026-08-09 08:45 4.06 3700 51300 (2019) 456 (1997) 9140 569 874 1350 1500 3380 10200 15600 34800 47800
2026-08-09 07:45 3.72 2810 51300 (2019) 456 (1997) 9140 569 874 1350 1500 3380 10200 15600 34800 47800
2026-08-09 06:45 3.35 2030 51300 (2019) 456 (1997) 9140 569 874 1350 1500 3380 10200 15600 34800 47800
2026-08-09 05:45 3.02 1500 51300 (2019) 456 (1997) 9140 569 874 1350 1500 3380 10200 15600 34800 47800
2026-08-09 04:45 2.82 1240 51300 (2019) 456 (1997) 9140 569 874 1350 1500 3380 10200 15600 34800 47800
2026-08-09 03:45 2.74 1140 51300 (2019) 456 (1997) 9140 569 874 1350 1500 3380 10200 15600 34800 47800
2026-08-09 02:45 2.73 1130 51300 (2019) 456 (1997) 9140 569 874 1350 1500 3380 10200 15600 34800 47800
2026-08-09 01:45 2.73 1130 51300 (2019) 456 (1997) 9140 569 874 1350 1500 3380 10200 15600 34800 47800
2026-08-09 00:45 2.73 1130 51300 (2019) 456 (1997) 9140 569 874 1350 1500 3380 10200 15600 34800 47800
2026-08-08 23:45 2.73 1130 51300 (2019) 456 (1997) 9140 569 874 1350 1500 3380 10200 15600 34800 47800

A total of 33 rows are displayed for years 1997 through 2025.