Gasconade River (Missouri), Rich Fountain (06934000)

StateMissouriLatestPoor (530 cfs)
RiverGasconade RiverRatingObservedEstimated
Updated2026-09-24 7:30 (59 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)13580
Discharge530 cfs (median: 786 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)3151
Height2.07 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)1994
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)1074
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)484

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Trips for Gasconade River (Missouri), Rich Fountain (06934000)

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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
P05P10P20P25P50
(Median)
P75P80P90P95
2026-09-24 07:30 2.07 530 16900 (1993) 279 (1954) 1270 387 433 548 590 786 1030 1110 2450 3270
2026-09-24 06:30 2.08 537 16900 (1993) 279 (1954) 1270 387 433 548 590 786 1030 1110 2450 3270
2026-09-24 05:30 2.07 530 16900 (1993) 279 (1954) 1270 387 433 548 590 786 1030 1110 2450 3270
2026-09-24 04:30 2.05 516 16900 (1993) 279 (1954) 1270 387 433 548 590 786 1030 1110 2450 3270
2026-09-24 03:30 2.06 523 16900 (1993) 279 (1954) 1270 387 433 548 590 786 1030 1110 2450 3270
2026-09-24 02:30 2.06 523 16900 (1993) 279 (1954) 1270 387 433 548 590 786 1030 1110 2450 3270
2026-09-24 01:30 2.07 530 16900 (1993) 279 (1954) 1270 387 433 548 590 786 1030 1110 2450 3270
2026-09-24 00:30 2.06 523 16900 (1993) 279 (1954) 1270 387 433 548 590 786 1030 1110 2450 3270
2026-09-23 23:30 2.07 530 16900 (1993) 279 (1954) 1270 387 433 548 590 786 1030 1110 2450 3270
2026-09-23 22:30 2.07 530 19000 (1993) 283 (1954) 1360 383 434 541 580 791 1050 1120 2600 4000
2026-09-23 21:30 2.09 544 19000 (1993) 283 (1954) 1360 383 434 541 580 791 1050 1120 2600 4000
2026-09-23 20:30 2.09 544 19000 (1993) 283 (1954) 1360 383 434 541 580 791 1050 1120 2600 4000
2026-09-23 19:30 2.09 544 19000 (1993) 283 (1954) 1360 383 434 541 580 791 1050 1120 2600 4000
2026-09-23 18:30 2.09 544 19000 (1993) 283 (1954) 1360 383 434 541 580 791 1050 1120 2600 4000
2026-09-23 17:30 2.09 544 19000 (1993) 283 (1954) 1360 383 434 541 580 791 1050 1120 2600 4000
2026-09-23 16:30 2.10 551 19000 (1993) 283 (1954) 1360 383 434 541 580 791 1050 1120 2600 4000
2026-09-23 15:30 2.09 544 19000 (1993) 283 (1954) 1360 383 434 541 580 791 1050 1120 2600 4000
2026-09-23 14:30 2.09 544 19000 (1993) 283 (1954) 1360 383 434 541 580 791 1050 1120 2600 4000
2026-09-23 13:30 2.10 551 19000 (1993) 283 (1954) 1360 383 434 541 580 791 1050 1120 2600 4000
2026-09-23 12:30 2.11 558 19000 (1993) 283 (1954) 1360 383 434 541 580 791 1050 1120 2600 4000
2026-09-23 11:30 2.10 551 19000 (1993) 283 (1954) 1360 383 434 541 580 791 1050 1120 2600 4000
2026-09-23 10:30 2.13 572 19000 (1993) 283 (1954) 1360 383 434 541 580 791 1050 1120 2600 4000
2026-09-23 09:30 2.14 579 19000 (1993) 283 (1954) 1360 383 434 541 580 791 1050 1120 2600 4000
2026-09-23 08:30 2.14 579 19000 (1993) 283 (1954) 1360 383 434 541 580 791 1050 1120 2600 4000
2026-09-23 07:30 2.15 586 19000 (1993) 283 (1954) 1360 383 434 541 580 791 1050 1120 2600 4000
2026-09-23 06:30 2.15 586 19000 (1993) 283 (1954) 1360 383 434 541 580 791 1050 1120 2600 4000
2026-09-23 05:30 2.16 593 19000 (1993) 283 (1954) 1360 383 434 541 580 791 1050 1120 2600 4000
2026-09-23 04:30 2.19 615 19000 (1993) 283 (1954) 1360 383 434 541 580 791 1050 1120 2600 4000
2026-09-23 03:30 2.17 600 19000 (1993) 283 (1954) 1360 383 434 541 580 791 1050 1120 2600 4000
2026-09-23 02:30 2.18 608 19000 (1993) 283 (1954) 1360 383 434 541 580 791 1050 1120 2600 4000
2026-09-23 01:30 2.18 608 19000 (1993) 283 (1954) 1360 383 434 541 580 791 1050 1120 2600 4000
2026-09-23 00:30 2.19 615 19000 (1993) 283 (1954) 1360 383 434 541 580 791 1050 1120 2600 4000
2026-09-22 23:30 2.20 622 19000 (1993) 283 (1954) 1360 383 434 541 580 791 1050 1120 2600 4000

A total of 33 rows are displayed for years 1922 through 2024.