Missouri River (Missouri), Jefferson City (06910450)

StateMissouriLatestUnknown (65100 cfs)
RiverMissouri RiverRatingObservedEstimated
Updated2026-08-09 8:45 (6 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)
Discharge65100 cfs (median: 79400 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)
Height9.27 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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(Median)
P75P80P90P95
2026-08-09 08:45 9.27 65100 135000 (2019) 41300 (2022) 77200 42000 48300 49500 79400 90400 90500 131000
2026-08-09 07:45 9.29 65300 135000 (2019) 41300 (2022) 77200 42000 48300 49500 79400 90400 90500 131000
2026-08-09 06:45 9.30 65300 135000 (2019) 41300 (2022) 77200 42000 48300 49500 79400 90400 90500 131000
2026-08-09 05:45 9.36 65700 135000 (2019) 41300 (2022) 77200 42000 48300 49500 79400 90400 90500 131000
2026-08-09 04:45 9.36 65700 135000 (2019) 41300 (2022) 77200 42000 48300 49500 79400 90400 90500 131000
2026-08-09 03:45 9.38 65800 135000 (2019) 41300 (2022) 77200 42000 48300 49500 79400 90400 90500 131000
2026-08-09 02:45 9.39 65900 135000 (2019) 41300 (2022) 77200 42000 48300 49500 79400 90400 90500 131000
2026-08-09 01:45 9.41 66000 135000 (2019) 41300 (2022) 77200 42000 48300 49500 79400 90400 90500 131000
2026-08-09 00:45 9.41 66000 135000 (2019) 41300 (2022) 77200 42000 48300 49500 79400 90400 90500 131000
2026-08-08 23:45 9.42 66100 135000 (2019) 41300 (2022) 77200 42000 48300 49500 79400 90400 90500 131000
2026-08-08 22:45 9.42 66100 136000 (2019) 41600 (2022) 83300 42300 49500 50600 87800 101000 102000 133000
2026-08-08 21:45 9.42 66100 136000 (2019) 41600 (2022) 83300 42300 49500 50600 87800 101000 102000 133000
2026-08-08 20:45 9.42 66100 136000 (2019) 41600 (2022) 83300 42300 49500 50600 87800 101000 102000 133000
2026-08-08 19:45 9.43 66200 136000 (2019) 41600 (2022) 83300 42300 49500 50600 87800 101000 102000 133000
2026-08-08 18:45 9.37 65800 136000 (2019) 41600 (2022) 83300 42300 49500 50600 87800 101000 102000 133000
2026-08-08 17:45 9.44 66200 136000 (2019) 41600 (2022) 83300 42300 49500 50600 87800 101000 102000 133000
2026-08-08 16:45 9.42 66100 136000 (2019) 41600 (2022) 83300 42300 49500 50600 87800 101000 102000 133000
2026-08-08 15:45 9.44 66200 136000 (2019) 41600 (2022) 83300 42300 49500 50600 87800 101000 102000 133000
2026-08-08 14:45 9.38 65800 136000 (2019) 41600 (2022) 83300 42300 49500 50600 87800 101000 102000 133000
2026-08-08 13:45 9.44 66200 136000 (2019) 41600 (2022) 83300 42300 49500 50600 87800 101000 102000 133000
2026-08-08 12:45 9.42 66100 136000 (2019) 41600 (2022) 83300 42300 49500 50600 87800 101000 102000 133000
2026-08-08 11:45 9.44 66200 136000 (2019) 41600 (2022) 83300 42300 49500 50600 87800 101000 102000 133000
2026-08-08 10:45 9.47 66400 136000 (2019) 41600 (2022) 83300 42300 49500 50600 87800 101000 102000 133000
2026-08-08 09:45 9.49 66600 136000 (2019) 41600 (2022) 83300 42300 49500 50600 87800 101000 102000 133000
2026-08-08 08:45 9.51 66700 136000 (2019) 41600 (2022) 83300 42300 49500 50600 87800 101000 102000 133000
2026-08-08 07:45 9.53 66800 136000 (2019) 41600 (2022) 83300 42300 49500 50600 87800 101000 102000 133000
2026-08-08 06:45 9.60 67300 136000 (2019) 41600 (2022) 83300 42300 49500 50600 87800 101000 102000 133000
2026-08-08 05:45 9.64 67500 136000 (2019) 41600 (2022) 83300 42300 49500 50600 87800 101000 102000 133000
2026-08-08 04:45 9.68 67800 136000 (2019) 41600 (2022) 83300 42300 49500 50600 87800 101000 102000 133000
2026-08-08 03:45 9.75 68300 136000 (2019) 41600 (2022) 83300 42300 49500 50600 87800 101000 102000 133000
2026-08-08 02:45 9.83 68800 136000 (2019) 41600 (2022) 83300 42300 49500 50600 87800 101000 102000 133000
2026-08-08 01:45 9.91 69300 136000 (2019) 41600 (2022) 83300 42300 49500 50600 87800 101000 102000 133000
2026-08-08 00:45 9.99 69900 136000 (2019) 41600 (2022) 83300 42300 49500 50600 87800 101000 102000 133000
2026-08-07 23:45 10.07 70400 136000 (2019) 41600 (2022) 83300 42300 49500 50600 87800 101000 102000 133000

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