Sac River (Missouri), Caplinger Mills (06919900)

StateMissouriLatestLow (1260 cfs)
RiverSac RiverRatingObservedEstimated
Updated2026-04-30 1:45 (40 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
Discharge1260 cfs (median: 2290 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
Height8.15 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
TrendRising (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
(Median)
P75P80P90P95
2026-04-30 01:45 8.15 1260 27700 (2017) 80 (2006) 3370 98 188 364 382 2290 4460 5110 7010 9380
2026-04-30 00:45 7.41 845 27700 (2017) 80 (2006) 3370 98 188 364 382 2290 4460 5110 7010 9380
2026-04-29 23:45 7.25 766 27700 (2017) 80 (2006) 3370 98 188 364 382 2290 4460 5110 7010 9380
2026-04-29 22:45 7.29 786 8570 (2017) 74 (2006) 2610 96 171 355 449 2210 3970 4350 6680 7550
2026-04-29 21:45 7.34 810 8570 (2017) 74 (2006) 2610 96 171 355 449 2210 3970 4350 6680 7550
2026-04-29 20:45 7.39 835 8570 (2017) 74 (2006) 2610 96 171 355 449 2210 3970 4350 6680 7550
2026-04-29 19:45 7.46 870 8570 (2017) 74 (2006) 2610 96 171 355 449 2210 3970 4350 6680 7550
2026-04-29 18:45 7.52 901 8570 (2017) 74 (2006) 2610 96 171 355 449 2210 3970 4350 6680 7550
2026-04-29 17:45 7.60 943 8570 (2017) 74 (2006) 2610 96 171 355 449 2210 3970 4350 6680 7550
2026-04-29 16:45 7.70 998 8570 (2017) 74 (2006) 2610 96 171 355 449 2210 3970 4350 6680 7550
2026-04-29 15:45 7.81 1060 8570 (2017) 74 (2006) 2610 96 171 355 449 2210 3970 4350 6680 7550
2026-04-29 14:45 7.94 1140 8570 (2017) 74 (2006) 2610 96 171 355 449 2210 3970 4350 6680 7550
2026-04-29 13:45 8.12 1250 8570 (2017) 74 (2006) 2610 96 171 355 449 2210 3970 4350 6680 7550
2026-04-29 12:45 8.33 1380 8570 (2017) 74 (2006) 2610 96 171 355 449 2210 3970 4350 6680 7550
2026-04-29 11:45 8.60 1540 8570 (2017) 74 (2006) 2610 96 171 355 449 2210 3970 4350 6680 7550
2026-04-29 10:45 8.92 1740 8570 (2017) 74 (2006) 2610 96 171 355 449 2210 3970 4350 6680 7550
2026-04-29 09:45 9.29 1990 8570 (2017) 74 (2006) 2610 96 171 355 449 2210 3970 4350 6680 7550
2026-04-29 08:45 9.73 2300 8570 (2017) 74 (2006) 2610 96 171 355 449 2210 3970 4350 6680 7550
2026-04-29 07:45 10.20 2650 8570 (2017) 74 (2006) 2610 96 171 355 449 2210 3970 4350 6680 7550
2026-04-29 06:45 10.72 3060 8570 (2017) 74 (2006) 2610 96 171 355 449 2210 3970 4350 6680 7550
2026-04-29 05:45 11.21 3470 8570 (2017) 74 (2006) 2610 96 171 355 449 2210 3970 4350 6680 7550
2026-04-29 04:45 11.69 3890 8570 (2017) 74 (2006) 2610 96 171 355 449 2210 3970 4350 6680 7550
2026-04-29 03:45 12.08 4240 8570 (2017) 74 (2006) 2610 96 171 355 449 2210 3970 4350 6680 7550
2026-04-29 02:45 12.35 4490 8570 (2017) 74 (2006) 2610 96 171 355 449 2210 3970 4350 6680 7550
2026-04-29 01:45 12.40 4530 8570 (2017) 74 (2006) 2610 96 171 355 449 2210 3970 4350 6680 7550
2026-04-29 00:45 12.19 4340 8570 (2017) 74 (2006) 2610 96 171 355 449 2210 3970 4350 6680 7550
2026-04-28 23:45 11.57 3780 8570 (2017) 74 (2006) 2610 96 171 355 449 2210 3970 4350 6680 7550

A total of 27 rows are displayed for years 1975 through 2025.