Current River (Missouri), Van Buren (07067000)

StateMissouriLatestGood (1510 cfs)
RiverCurrent RiverRatingObservedEstimated
Updated2026-05-10 12:30 (1 hour 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)6229
Discharge1510 cfs (median: 2480 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)2271
Height3.56 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.Good7001616
TrendSteady (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)1191
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)645

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Trips for Current River (Missouri), Van Buren (07067000)

DateStartEndDistanceConditionDischargeHeightFishingDetails
Click for details2025-08-03 Jacks Fork River Old Ferry Access Total trip distance: 14.4 miles0.8 Good 1480 3.53 Poor NoneNone Edmond, Alex
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Joseph
Edmond, Alex; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Joseph
We floated the short distance from the Jacks Fork to this takeout. I paid Harvey's $65 to shuttle our rig here, a good deal and much better than taking two vehicles. We got off the river at 1300 hours. The boat ramp was really slick and Joseph went down hard while loading the boats. He has an injured leg that we hope will heal quickly. I'm glad we were able to get out for the weekend. I'd only consider doing this stretch again during the week or off-season to avoid the people, horses, and less than ideal camping situation.We floated the short distance from the Jacks Fork to this takeout. I paid Harvey's $65 to shuttle our rig here, a good deal and much better than taking two vehicles. We got off the river at 1300 hours. The boat ramp was really slick and Joseph went down hard while loading the boats. He has an injured leg that we hope will heal quickly. I'm glad we were able to get out for the weekend. I'd only consider doing this stretch again during the week or off-season to avoid the people, horses, and less than ideal camping situation. USGS Gauge Data:
Van Buren (07067000)
Discharge: 1480
Height: 3.53
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Van Buren (07067000)<br />Discharge: 1480<br />Height: 3.53
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2024-04-25 Big Spring (B) Gooseneck Total trip distance: 162.8 miles12.5 Good 1190 3.05 None NoneNone Turner, SkipTurner, Skip ONSR boundary-to-boundary day 11. Off the river two days early to beat the rains. Didn't anticipate the increased flow rate (i.e., average speed) below Two Rivers when trip planning. Could have used a rest day on the Jacks Fork.ONSR boundary-to-boundary day 11. Off the river two days early to beat the rains. Didn't anticipate the increased flow rate (i.e., average speed) below Two Rivers when trip planning. Could have used a rest day on the Jacks Fork. USGS Gauge Data:
Van Buren (07067000)
Discharge: 1190
Height: 3.05
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Van Buren (07067000)<br />Discharge: 1190<br />Height: 3.05
Source: TurnerSource: Turner
Click for details2012-08-04 Waymeyer Van Buren Total trip distance: 11.5 miles7.2 Good 707 1.92 None NoneNone Bowe, Michelle
Edmond, Alex
Edmond, Brian
Edmond, Jim
Edmond, Joseph
Edmond, Julian
Edmond, Shirlee
Houseworth, Bart
Houseworth, Julie
Houseworth, Owen
Houseworth, Wyatt
Bowe, Michelle; Edmond, Alex; Edmond, Brian; Edmond, Jim; Edmond, Joseph; Edmond, Julian; Edmond, Shirlee; Houseworth, Bart; Houseworth, Julie; Houseworth, Owen; Houseworth, Wyatt
The river was very crowded with other floaters, tubers, and motor boats. This stretch was not particularly scenic and fairly slow.The river was very crowded with other floaters, tubers, and motor boats.  This stretch was not particularly scenic and fairly slow. USGS Gauge Data:
Van Buren (07067000)
Discharge: 707
Height: 1.92
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Van Buren (07067000)<br />Discharge: 707<br />Height: 1.92
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond
Click for details2012-08-04 Van Buren Big Spring Total trip distance: 11.5 miles4.3 Good 707 1.92 None NoneNone Edmond, Brian
Houseworth, Bart
Edmond, Brian; Houseworth, Bart
This stretch was not scenic but the crowding was greatly diminished. One spring was noted on the east bank.This stretch was not scenic but the crowding was greatly diminished.  One spring was noted on the east bank. USGS Gauge Data:
Van Buren (07067000)
Discharge: 707
Height: 1.92
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Van Buren (07067000)<br />Discharge: 707<br />Height: 1.92
Source: EdmondSource: Edmond

A total of 4 rows are displayed.

Trip Summary for Current River (Missouri), Van Buren (07067000)

Miles24.8
Trips3
People12
Dates3
Years3
Months2
Rows4
Sources2

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Gauge Data Table

ObservationHeightDischargeMaximum
Discharge
Minimum
Discharge
Mean
Discharge
P05P10P20P25P50
(Median)
P75P80P90P95
2026-05-10 12:30 3.56 1510 23200 (1950) 714 (2001) 3430 795 961 1300 1440 2480 4160 5010 6850 8170
2026-05-10 11:30 3.56 1510 23200 (1950) 714 (2001) 3430 795 961 1300 1440 2480 4160 5010 6850 8170
2026-05-10 10:30 3.57 1520 23200 (1950) 714 (2001) 3430 795 961 1300 1440 2480 4160 5010 6850 8170
2026-05-10 09:30 3.57 1520 23200 (1950) 714 (2001) 3430 795 961 1300 1440 2480 4160 5010 6850 8170
2026-05-10 08:30 3.57 1520 23200 (1950) 714 (2001) 3430 795 961 1300 1440 2480 4160 5010 6850 8170
2026-05-10 07:30 3.57 1520 23200 (1950) 714 (2001) 3430 795 961 1300 1440 2480 4160 5010 6850 8170
2026-05-10 06:30 3.58 1530 23200 (1950) 714 (2001) 3430 795 961 1300 1440 2480 4160 5010 6850 8170
2026-05-10 05:30 3.58 1530 23200 (1950) 714 (2001) 3430 795 961 1300 1440 2480 4160 5010 6850 8170
2026-05-10 04:30 3.59 1540 23200 (1950) 714 (2001) 3430 795 961 1300 1440 2480 4160 5010 6850 8170
2026-05-10 03:30 3.58 1530 23200 (1950) 714 (2001) 3430 795 961 1300 1440 2480 4160 5010 6850 8170
2026-05-10 02:30 3.59 1540 23200 (1950) 714 (2001) 3430 795 961 1300 1440 2480 4160 5010 6850 8170
2026-05-10 01:30 3.59 1540 23200 (1950) 714 (2001) 3430 795 961 1300 1440 2480 4160 5010 6850 8170
2026-05-10 00:30 3.60 1550 23200 (1950) 714 (2001) 3430 795 961 1300 1440 2480 4160 5010 6850 8170
2026-05-09 23:30 3.60 1550 23200 (1950) 714 (2001) 3430 795 961 1300 1440 2480 4160 5010 6850 8170
2026-05-09 22:30 3.60 1550 53100 (2002) 725 (1936) 3800 802 1000 1320 1430 2290 4260 4460 6790 9690
2026-05-09 21:30 3.60 1550 53100 (2002) 725 (1936) 3800 802 1000 1320 1430 2290 4260 4460 6790 9690
2026-05-09 20:30 3.60 1550 53100 (2002) 725 (1936) 3800 802 1000 1320 1430 2290 4260 4460 6790 9690
2026-05-09 19:30 3.60 1550 53100 (2002) 725 (1936) 3800 802 1000 1320 1430 2290 4260 4460 6790 9690
2026-05-09 18:30 3.61 1560 53100 (2002) 725 (1936) 3800 802 1000 1320 1430 2290 4260 4460 6790 9690
2026-05-09 17:30 3.61 1560 53100 (2002) 725 (1936) 3800 802 1000 1320 1430 2290 4260 4460 6790 9690
2026-05-09 16:30 3.61 1560 53100 (2002) 725 (1936) 3800 802 1000 1320 1430 2290 4260 4460 6790 9690
2026-05-09 15:30 3.62 1570 53100 (2002) 725 (1936) 3800 802 1000 1320 1430 2290 4260 4460 6790 9690
2026-05-09 14:30 3.62 1570 53100 (2002) 725 (1936) 3800 802 1000 1320 1430 2290 4260 4460 6790 9690
2026-05-09 13:30 3.63 1580 53100 (2002) 725 (1936) 3800 802 1000 1320 1430 2290 4260 4460 6790 9690
2026-05-09 12:30 3.63 1580 53100 (2002) 725 (1936) 3800 802 1000 1320 1430 2290 4260 4460 6790 9690
2026-05-09 11:30 3.63 1580 53100 (2002) 725 (1936) 3800 802 1000 1320 1430 2290 4260 4460 6790 9690
2026-05-09 10:30 3.63 1580 53100 (2002) 725 (1936) 3800 802 1000 1320 1430 2290 4260 4460 6790 9690
2026-05-09 09:30 3.63 1580 53100 (2002) 725 (1936) 3800 802 1000 1320 1430 2290 4260 4460 6790 9690
2026-05-09 08:30 3.63 1580 53100 (2002) 725 (1936) 3800 802 1000 1320 1430 2290 4260 4460 6790 9690
2026-05-09 07:30 3.63 1580 53100 (2002) 725 (1936) 3800 802 1000 1320 1430 2290 4260 4460 6790 9690
2026-05-09 06:30 3.63 1580 53100 (2002) 725 (1936) 3800 802 1000 1320 1430 2290 4260 4460 6790 9690
2026-05-09 05:30 3.64 1590 53100 (2002) 725 (1936) 3800 802 1000 1320 1430 2290 4260 4460 6790 9690
2026-05-09 04:30 3.65 1600 53100 (2002) 725 (1936) 3800 802 1000 1320 1430 2290 4260 4460 6790 9690
2026-05-09 03:30 3.65 1600 53100 (2002) 725 (1936) 3800 802 1000 1320 1430 2290 4260 4460 6790 9690
2026-05-09 02:30 3.66 1610 53100 (2002) 725 (1936) 3800 802 1000 1320 1430 2290 4260 4460 6790 9690
2026-05-09 01:30 3.66 1610 53100 (2002) 725 (1936) 3800 802 1000 1320 1430 2290 4260 4460 6790 9690
2026-05-09 00:30 3.66 1610 53100 (2002) 725 (1936) 3800 802 1000 1320 1430 2290 4260 4460 6790 9690
2026-05-08 23:30 3.66 1610 53100 (2002) 725 (1936) 3800 802 1000 1320 1430 2290 4260 4460 6790 9690

A total of 38 rows are displayed for years 1922 through 2025.