Gasconade River (Missouri), Rich Fountain (06934000)

StateMissouriLatestPoor (770 cfs)
RiverGasconade RiverRatingObservedEstimated
Updated2026-08-09 7:30 (42 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
Discharge770 cfs (median: 905 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
Height2.39 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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Gauge Data Table

ObservationHeightDischargeMaximum
Discharge
Minimum
Discharge
Mean
Discharge
P05P10P20P25P50
(Median)
P75P80P90P95
2026-08-09 07:30 2.39 770 112000 (2013) 288 (1934) 2540 474 499 579 605 905 1290 1360 2490 3190
2026-08-09 06:30 2.40 778 112000 (2013) 288 (1934) 2540 474 499 579 605 905 1290 1360 2490 3190
2026-08-09 05:30 2.40 778 112000 (2013) 288 (1934) 2540 474 499 579 605 905 1290 1360 2490 3190
2026-08-09 04:30 2.41 787 112000 (2013) 288 (1934) 2540 474 499 579 605 905 1290 1360 2490 3190
2026-08-09 03:30 2.41 787 112000 (2013) 288 (1934) 2540 474 499 579 605 905 1290 1360 2490 3190
2026-08-09 02:30 2.41 787 112000 (2013) 288 (1934) 2540 474 499 579 605 905 1290 1360 2490 3190
2026-08-09 01:30 2.41 787 112000 (2013) 288 (1934) 2540 474 499 579 605 905 1290 1360 2490 3190
2026-08-09 00:30 2.42 795 112000 (2013) 288 (1934) 2540 474 499 579 605 905 1290 1360 2490 3190
2026-08-08 23:30 2.42 795 112000 (2013) 288 (1934) 2540 474 499 579 605 905 1290 1360 2490 3190
2026-08-08 22:30 2.43 803 123000 (2013) 293 (1934) 2660 474 505 582 611 847 1230 1430 2050 3120
2026-08-08 21:30 2.43 803 123000 (2013) 293 (1934) 2660 474 505 582 611 847 1230 1430 2050 3120
2026-08-08 20:30 2.43 803 123000 (2013) 293 (1934) 2660 474 505 582 611 847 1230 1430 2050 3120
2026-08-08 19:30 2.43 803 123000 (2013) 293 (1934) 2660 474 505 582 611 847 1230 1430 2050 3120
2026-08-08 18:30 2.43 803 123000 (2013) 293 (1934) 2660 474 505 582 611 847 1230 1430 2050 3120
2026-08-08 17:30 2.45 820 123000 (2013) 293 (1934) 2660 474 505 582 611 847 1230 1430 2050 3120
2026-08-08 16:30 2.45 820 123000 (2013) 293 (1934) 2660 474 505 582 611 847 1230 1430 2050 3120
2026-08-08 15:30 2.45 820 123000 (2013) 293 (1934) 2660 474 505 582 611 847 1230 1430 2050 3120
2026-08-08 14:30 2.45 820 123000 (2013) 293 (1934) 2660 474 505 582 611 847 1230 1430 2050 3120
2026-08-08 13:30 2.44 812 123000 (2013) 293 (1934) 2660 474 505 582 611 847 1230 1430 2050 3120
2026-08-08 12:30 2.45 820 123000 (2013) 293 (1934) 2660 474 505 582 611 847 1230 1430 2050 3120
2026-08-08 11:30 2.45 820 123000 (2013) 293 (1934) 2660 474 505 582 611 847 1230 1430 2050 3120
2026-08-08 10:30 2.45 820 123000 (2013) 293 (1934) 2660 474 505 582 611 847 1230 1430 2050 3120
2026-08-08 09:30 2.46 828 123000 (2013) 293 (1934) 2660 474 505 582 611 847 1230 1430 2050 3120
2026-08-08 08:30 2.46 828 123000 (2013) 293 (1934) 2660 474 505 582 611 847 1230 1430 2050 3120
2026-08-08 07:30 2.48 845 123000 (2013) 293 (1934) 2660 474 505 582 611 847 1230 1430 2050 3120
2026-08-08 06:30 2.48 845 123000 (2013) 293 (1934) 2660 474 505 582 611 847 1230 1430 2050 3120
2026-08-08 05:30 2.48 845 123000 (2013) 293 (1934) 2660 474 505 582 611 847 1230 1430 2050 3120
2026-08-08 04:30 2.49 854 123000 (2013) 293 (1934) 2660 474 505 582 611 847 1230 1430 2050 3120
2026-08-08 03:30 2.49 854 123000 (2013) 293 (1934) 2660 474 505 582 611 847 1230 1430 2050 3120
2026-08-08 02:30 2.49 854 123000 (2013) 293 (1934) 2660 474 505 582 611 847 1230 1430 2050 3120
2026-08-08 01:30 2.50 863 123000 (2013) 293 (1934) 2660 474 505 582 611 847 1230 1430 2050 3120
2026-08-08 00:30 2.50 863 123000 (2013) 293 (1934) 2660 474 505 582 611 847 1230 1430 2050 3120
2026-08-07 23:30 2.49 854 123000 (2013) 293 (1934) 2660 474 505 582 611 847 1230 1430 2050 3120

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