Missouri River (Missouri), Saint Joseph (06818000)

StateMissouriLatestUnknown (40700 cfs)
RiverMissouri RiverRatingObservedEstimated
Updated2026-09-23 20:35 (20 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)
Discharge40700 cfs (median: 41800 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)
Height7.42 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), Saint Joseph (06818000)

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Gauge Data Table

ObservationHeightDischargeMaximum
Discharge
Minimum
Discharge
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Discharge
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2026-09-23 20:35 7.42 40700 137000 (2019) 26600 (2008) 51000 33100 34000 36700 38600 41800 56900 66200 78600 105000
2026-09-23 19:35 7.43 40800 137000 (2019) 26600 (2008) 51000 33100 34000 36700 38600 41800 56900 66200 78600 105000
2026-09-23 18:35 7.44 40800 137000 (2019) 26600 (2008) 51000 33100 34000 36700 38600 41800 56900 66200 78600 105000
2026-09-23 17:35 7.43 40800 137000 (2019) 26600 (2008) 51000 33100 34000 36700 38600 41800 56900 66200 78600 105000
2026-09-23 16:35 7.45 40900 137000 (2019) 26600 (2008) 51000 33100 34000 36700 38600 41800 56900 66200 78600 105000
2026-09-23 15:35 7.47 41000 137000 (2019) 26600 (2008) 51000 33100 34000 36700 38600 41800 56900 66200 78600 105000
2026-09-23 14:35 7.48 41000 137000 (2019) 26600 (2008) 51000 33100 34000 36700 38600 41800 56900 66200 78600 105000
2026-09-23 13:35 7.49 41000 137000 (2019) 26600 (2008) 51000 33100 34000 36700 38600 41800 56900 66200 78600 105000
2026-09-23 12:35 7.53 41200 137000 (2019) 26600 (2008) 51000 33100 34000 36700 38600 41800 56900 66200 78600 105000
2026-09-23 11:35 7.53 41200 137000 (2019) 26600 (2008) 51000 33100 34000 36700 38600 41800 56900 66200 78600 105000
2026-09-23 10:35 7.56 41400 137000 (2019) 26600 (2008) 51000 33100 34000 36700 38600 41800 56900 66200 78600 105000
2026-09-23 09:35 7.60 41500 137000 (2019) 26600 (2008) 51000 33100 34000 36700 38600 41800 56900 66200 78600 105000
2026-09-23 08:35 7.61 41600 137000 (2019) 26600 (2008) 51000 33100 34000 36700 38600 41800 56900 66200 78600 105000
2026-09-23 07:35 7.63 41700 137000 (2019) 26600 (2008) 51000 33100 34000 36700 38600 41800 56900 66200 78600 105000
2026-09-23 06:35 7.65 41800 137000 (2019) 26600 (2008) 51000 33100 34000 36700 38600 41800 56900 66200 78600 105000
2026-09-23 05:35 7.65 41800 137000 (2019) 26600 (2008) 51000 33100 34000 36700 38600 41800 56900 66200 78600 105000
2026-09-23 04:35 7.69 42000 137000 (2019) 26600 (2008) 51000 33100 34000 36700 38600 41800 56900 66200 78600 105000
2026-09-23 03:35 7.69 42000 137000 (2019) 26600 (2008) 51000 33100 34000 36700 38600 41800 56900 66200 78600 105000
2026-09-23 02:35 7.73 42100 137000 (2019) 26600 (2008) 51000 33100 34000 36700 38600 41800 56900 66200 78600 105000
2026-09-23 01:35 7.77 42300 137000 (2019) 26600 (2008) 51000 33100 34000 36700 38600 41800 56900 66200 78600 105000
2026-09-23 00:35 7.79 42400 137000 (2019) 26600 (2008) 51000 33100 34000 36700 38600 41800 56900 66200 78600 105000
2026-09-22 23:35 7.81 42500 137000 (2019) 26600 (2008) 51000 33100 34000 36700 38600 41800 56900 66200 78600 105000
2026-09-22 22:35 7.81 42500 127000 (2019) 27200 (2008) 50700 33500 34200 36700 37700 42100 57200 66600 77600 99800
2026-09-22 21:35 7.85 42700 127000 (2019) 27200 (2008) 50700 33500 34200 36700 37700 42100 57200 66600 77600 99800
2026-09-22 20:35 7.84 42600 127000 (2019) 27200 (2008) 50700 33500 34200 36700 37700 42100 57200 66600 77600 99800
2026-09-22 19:35 7.90 42900 127000 (2019) 27200 (2008) 50700 33500 34200 36700 37700 42100 57200 66600 77600 99800
2026-09-22 18:35 7.92 43000 127000 (2019) 27200 (2008) 50700 33500 34200 36700 37700 42100 57200 66600 77600 99800
2026-09-22 17:35 7.95 43100 127000 (2019) 27200 (2008) 50700 33500 34200 36700 37700 42100 57200 66600 77600 99800
2026-09-22 16:35 7.98 43300 127000 (2019) 27200 (2008) 50700 33500 34200 36700 37700 42100 57200 66600 77600 99800
2026-09-22 15:35 8.02 43500 127000 (2019) 27200 (2008) 50700 33500 34200 36700 37700 42100 57200 66600 77600 99800
2026-09-22 14:35 8.03 43500 127000 (2019) 27200 (2008) 50700 33500 34200 36700 37700 42100 57200 66600 77600 99800
2026-09-22 13:35 8.07 43700 127000 (2019) 27200 (2008) 50700 33500 34200 36700 37700 42100 57200 66600 77600 99800
2026-09-22 12:35 8.10 43800 127000 (2019) 27200 (2008) 50700 33500 34200 36700 37700 42100 57200 66600 77600 99800
2026-09-22 11:35 8.11 43900 127000 (2019) 27200 (2008) 50700 33500 34200 36700 37700 42100 57200 66600 77600 99800
2026-09-22 10:35 8.14 44000 127000 (2019) 27200 (2008) 50700 33500 34200 36700 37700 42100 57200 66600 77600 99800
2026-09-22 09:35 8.19 44300 127000 (2019) 27200 (2008) 50700 33500 34200 36700 37700 42100 57200 66600 77600 99800
2026-09-22 08:35 8.22 44400 127000 (2019) 27200 (2008) 50700 33500 34200 36700 37700 42100 57200 66600 77600 99800
2026-09-22 07:35 8.25 44500 127000 (2019) 27200 (2008) 50700 33500 34200 36700 37700 42100 57200 66600 77600 99800
2026-09-22 06:35 8.28 44700 127000 (2019) 27200 (2008) 50700 33500 34200 36700 37700 42100 57200 66600 77600 99800
2026-09-22 05:35 8.30 44800 127000 (2019) 27200 (2008) 50700 33500 34200 36700 37700 42100 57200 66600 77600 99800
2026-09-22 04:35 8.34 45000 127000 (2019) 27200 (2008) 50700 33500 34200 36700 37700 42100 57200 66600 77600 99800
2026-09-22 03:35 8.37 45100 127000 (2019) 27200 (2008) 50700 33500 34200 36700 37700 42100 57200 66600 77600 99800
2026-09-22 02:35 8.38 45100 127000 (2019) 27200 (2008) 50700 33500 34200 36700 37700 42100 57200 66600 77600 99800
2026-09-22 01:35 8.41 45300 127000 (2019) 27200 (2008) 50700 33500 34200 36700 37700 42100 57200 66600 77600 99800
2026-09-22 00:35 8.43 45400 127000 (2019) 27200 (2008) 50700 33500 34200 36700 37700 42100 57200 66600 77600 99800
2026-09-21 23:35 8.46 45500 127000 (2019) 27200 (2008) 50700 33500 34200 36700 37700 42100 57200 66600 77600 99800

A total of 46 rows are displayed for years 1958 through 2024.