Sac River (Missouri), Caplinger Mills (06919900)

StateMissouriLatestLow (1280 cfs)
RiverSac RiverRatingObservedEstimated
Updated2026-08-09 9:45 (53 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)6741
Discharge1280 cfs (median: 1190 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)2350
Height8.14 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)1695
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.Low601275
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)75

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Trips for Sac River (Missouri), Caplinger Mills (06919900)

DateStartEndDistanceConditionDischargeHeightFishingDetails
Click for details2014-08-17 Caplinger Mills Rt N Total trip distance: 0.7 miles0.7 Low 45 4.76 Poor NoneNone Bowe, Michelle
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Julian
Bowe, Michelle; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Julian
Water level and flow was very low. However, much of the distance was a pool or had sufficient flow to carry the canoe. The boat ramp at Caplinger Mills was primitive and difficult to use with just a 2WD van.Water level and flow was very low. However, much of the distance was a pool or had sufficient flow to carry the canoe. The boat ramp at Caplinger Mills was primitive and difficult to use with just a 2WD van. USGS Gauge Data:
Caplinger Mills (06919900)
Discharge: 45
Height: 4.76
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Caplinger Mills (06919900)<br />Discharge: 45<br />Height: 4.76
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond

A total of 1 rows are displayed.

Trip Summary for Sac River (Missouri), Caplinger Mills (06919900)

Miles0.7
Trips1
People3
Dates1
Years1
Months1
Rows1
Sources1

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Classic Trip List

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Gauge Data Table

ObservationHeightDischargeMaximum
Discharge
Minimum
Discharge
Mean
Discharge
P05P10P20P25P50
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P75P80P90P95
2026-08-09 09:45 8.14 1280 5490 (2019) 59 (2014) 1270 64 78 121 175 1190 1800 2120 3140 4400
2026-08-09 08:45 8.53 1510 5490 (2019) 59 (2014) 1270 64 78 121 175 1190 1800 2120 3140 4400
2026-08-09 07:45 8.95 1780 5490 (2019) 59 (2014) 1270 64 78 121 175 1190 1800 2120 3140 4400
2026-08-09 06:45 9.39 2070 5490 (2019) 59 (2014) 1270 64 78 121 175 1190 1800 2120 3140 4400
2026-08-09 05:45 9.81 2370 5490 (2019) 59 (2014) 1270 64 78 121 175 1190 1800 2120 3140 4400
2026-08-09 04:45 10.18 2650 5490 (2019) 59 (2014) 1270 64 78 121 175 1190 1800 2120 3140 4400
2026-08-09 03:45 10.45 2860 5490 (2019) 59 (2014) 1270 64 78 121 175 1190 1800 2120 3140 4400
2026-08-09 02:45 10.51 2910 5490 (2019) 59 (2014) 1270 64 78 121 175 1190 1800 2120 3140 4400
2026-08-09 01:45 10.25 2700 5490 (2019) 59 (2014) 1270 64 78 121 175 1190 1800 2120 3140 4400
2026-08-09 00:45 9.60 2220 5490 (2019) 59 (2014) 1270 64 78 121 175 1190 1800 2120 3140 4400
2026-08-08 23:45 8.28 1360 5490 (2019) 59 (2014) 1270 64 78 121 175 1190 1800 2120 3140 4400
2026-08-08 22:45 6.35 398 5880 (2019) 59 (1991) 1170 63 72 102 148 822 1610 2190 3190 3620
2026-08-08 21:45 6.11 315 5880 (2019) 59 (1991) 1170 63 72 102 148 822 1610 2190 3190 3620
2026-08-08 20:45 6.20 345 5880 (2019) 59 (1991) 1170 63 72 102 148 822 1610 2190 3190 3620
2026-08-08 19:45 6.29 376 5880 (2019) 59 (1991) 1170 63 72 102 148 822 1610 2190 3190 3620
2026-08-08 18:45 6.40 416 5880 (2019) 59 (1991) 1170 63 72 102 148 822 1610 2190 3190 3620
2026-08-08 17:45 6.52 462 5880 (2019) 59 (1991) 1170 63 72 102 148 822 1610 2190 3190 3620
2026-08-08 16:45 6.65 513 5880 (2019) 59 (1991) 1170 63 72 102 148 822 1610 2190 3190 3620
2026-08-08 15:45 6.79 571 5880 (2019) 59 (1991) 1170 63 72 102 148 822 1610 2190 3190 3620
2026-08-08 14:45 6.95 641 5880 (2019) 59 (1991) 1170 63 72 102 148 822 1610 2190 3190 3620
2026-08-08 13:45 7.13 723 5880 (2019) 59 (1991) 1170 63 72 102 148 822 1610 2190 3190 3620
2026-08-08 12:45 7.35 830 5880 (2019) 59 (1991) 1170 63 72 102 148 822 1610 2190 3190 3620
2026-08-08 11:45 7.62 970 5880 (2019) 59 (1991) 1170 63 72 102 148 822 1610 2190 3190 3620
2026-08-08 10:45 7.94 1150 5880 (2019) 59 (1991) 1170 63 72 102 148 822 1610 2190 3190 3620
2026-08-08 09:45 8.32 1390 5880 (2019) 59 (1991) 1170 63 72 102 148 822 1610 2190 3190 3620
2026-08-08 08:45 8.75 1650 5880 (2019) 59 (1991) 1170 63 72 102 148 822 1610 2190 3190 3620
2026-08-08 07:45 9.23 1970 5880 (2019) 59 (1991) 1170 63 72 102 148 822 1610 2190 3190 3620
2026-08-08 06:45 9.74 2320 5880 (2019) 59 (1991) 1170 63 72 102 148 822 1610 2190 3190 3620
2026-08-08 05:45 10.25 2700 5880 (2019) 59 (1991) 1170 63 72 102 148 822 1610 2190 3190 3620
2026-08-08 04:45 10.72 3070 5880 (2019) 59 (1991) 1170 63 72 102 148 822 1610 2190 3190 3620
2026-08-08 03:45 11.12 3400 5880 (2019) 59 (1991) 1170 63 72 102 148 822 1610 2190 3190 3620
2026-08-08 02:45 11.36 3610 5880 (2019) 59 (1991) 1170 63 72 102 148 822 1610 2190 3190 3620
2026-08-08 01:45 11.37 3610 5880 (2019) 59 (1991) 1170 63 72 102 148 822 1610 2190 3190 3620
2026-08-08 00:45 11.04 3340 5880 (2019) 59 (1991) 1170 63 72 102 148 822 1610 2190 3190 3620
2026-08-07 23:45 10.31 2750 5880 (2019) 59 (1991) 1170 63 72 102 148 822 1610 2190 3190 3620

A total of 35 rows are displayed for years 1975 through 2024.