Spring River (Missouri), Waco (07186000)

StateMissouriLatestFlood (10900 cfs)
RiverSpring RiverRatingObservedEstimated
Updated2026-04-17 5:30 (39 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)4536
Discharge10900 cfs (median: 600 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)612
Height13.49 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)547
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)273
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)51

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Trips for Spring River (Missouri), Waco (07186000)

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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
2026-04-17 05:30 13.49 10900 21500 (1945) 30 (2006) 1330 67 195 298 317 600 1100 1330 2200 4190
2026-04-17 04:30 13.69 11100 21500 (1945) 30 (2006) 1330 67 195 298 317 600 1100 1330 2200 4190
2026-04-17 03:30 13.96 11400 21500 (1945) 30 (2006) 1330 67 195 298 317 600 1100 1330 2200 4190
2026-04-17 02:30 14.41 11900 21500 (1945) 30 (2006) 1330 67 195 298 317 600 1100 1330 2200 4190
2026-04-17 01:30 14.51 12100 21500 (1945) 30 (2006) 1330 67 195 298 317 600 1100 1330 2200 4190
2026-04-17 00:30 14.92 12600 21500 (1945) 30 (2006) 1330 67 195 298 317 600 1100 1330 2200 4190
2026-04-16 23:30 15.23 12900 21500 (1945) 30 (2006) 1330 67 195 298 317 600 1100 1330 2200 4190
2026-04-16 22:30 15.56 13300 35300 (1945) 31 (2006) 1720 68 191 289 328 631 1140 1370 3030 7150
2026-04-16 21:30 16.03 13900 35300 (1945) 31 (2006) 1720 68 191 289 328 631 1140 1370 3030 7150
2026-04-16 20:30 16.28 14200 35300 (1945) 31 (2006) 1720 68 191 289 328 631 1140 1370 3030 7150
2026-04-16 19:30 16.70 14800 35300 (1945) 31 (2006) 1720 68 191 289 328 631 1140 1370 3030 7150
2026-04-16 18:30 16.91 15000 35300 (1945) 31 (2006) 1720 68 191 289 328 631 1140 1370 3030 7150
2026-04-16 17:30 17.02 15200 35300 (1945) 31 (2006) 1720 68 191 289 328 631 1140 1370 3030 7150
2026-04-16 16:30 17.19 15400 35300 (1945) 31 (2006) 1720 68 191 289 328 631 1140 1370 3030 7150
2026-04-16 15:30 17.39 15600 35300 (1945) 31 (2006) 1720 68 191 289 328 631 1140 1370 3030 7150
2026-04-16 14:30 17.36 15600 35300 (1945) 31 (2006) 1720 68 191 289 328 631 1140 1370 3030 7150
2026-04-16 13:30 17.32 15600 35300 (1945) 31 (2006) 1720 68 191 289 328 631 1140 1370 3030 7150
2026-04-16 12:30 17.27 15500 35300 (1945) 31 (2006) 1720 68 191 289 328 631 1140 1370 3030 7150
2026-04-16 11:30 17.38 15600 35300 (1945) 31 (2006) 1720 68 191 289 328 631 1140 1370 3030 7150
2026-04-16 10:30 17.26 15500 35300 (1945) 31 (2006) 1720 68 191 289 328 631 1140 1370 3030 7150
2026-04-16 09:30 17.16 15300 35300 (1945) 31 (2006) 1720 68 191 289 328 631 1140 1370 3030 7150
2026-04-16 08:30 17.08 15200 35300 (1945) 31 (2006) 1720 68 191 289 328 631 1140 1370 3030 7150
2026-04-16 07:30 16.91 15000 35300 (1945) 31 (2006) 1720 68 191 289 328 631 1140 1370 3030 7150
2026-04-16 06:30 16.43 14400 35300 (1945) 31 (2006) 1720 68 191 289 328 631 1140 1370 3030 7150
2026-04-16 05:30 16.44 14400 35300 (1945) 31 (2006) 1720 68 191 289 328 631 1140 1370 3030 7150
2026-04-16 04:30 15.96 13800 35300 (1945) 31 (2006) 1720 68 191 289 328 631 1140 1370 3030 7150
2026-04-16 03:30 15.50 13300 35300 (1945) 31 (2006) 1720 68 191 289 328 631 1140 1370 3030 7150
2026-04-16 02:30 14.88 12500 35300 (1945) 31 (2006) 1720 68 191 289 328 631 1140 1370 3030 7150
2026-04-16 01:30 14.02 11500 35300 (1945) 31 (2006) 1720 68 191 289 328 631 1140 1370 3030 7150
2026-04-16 00:30 12.94 10200 35300 (1945) 31 (2006) 1720 68 191 289 328 631 1140 1370 3030 7150
2026-04-15 23:30 11.41 8530 35300 (1945) 31 (2006) 1720 68 191 289 328 631 1140 1370 3030 7150

A total of 31 rows are displayed for years 1925 through 2025.