Missouri River (Missouri), Waverly (06895500)

StateMissouriLatestUnknown (52200 cfs)
RiverMissouri RiverRatingObservedEstimated
Updated2026-04-21 5:00 (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)(none)
Discharge52200 cfs (median: 59400 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)(none)
Height12.36 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)(none)
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)(none)
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)(none)

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Trips for Missouri River (Missouri), Waverly (06895500)

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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
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P75P80P90P95
2026-04-21 05:00 12.36 52200 144000 (1997) 36400 (2004) 68600 38200 39400 45600 46300 59400 78700 89900 119000 137000
2026-04-21 04:00 12.37 52200 144000 (1997) 36400 (2004) 68600 38200 39400 45600 46300 59400 78700 89900 119000 137000
2026-04-21 03:00 12.39 52400 144000 (1997) 36400 (2004) 68600 38200 39400 45600 46300 59400 78700 89900 119000 137000
2026-04-21 02:00 12.41 52500 144000 (1997) 36400 (2004) 68600 38200 39400 45600 46300 59400 78700 89900 119000 137000
2026-04-21 01:00 12.43 52600 144000 (1997) 36400 (2004) 68600 38200 39400 45600 46300 59400 78700 89900 119000 137000
2026-04-21 00:00 12.45 52700 144000 (1997) 36400 (2004) 68600 38200 39400 45600 46300 59400 78700 89900 119000 137000
2026-04-20 23:00 12.48 52900 144000 (1997) 36400 (2004) 68600 38200 39400 45600 46300 59400 78700 89900 119000 137000
2026-04-20 22:00 12.49 53000 146000 (1978) 33700 (2004) 68800 37200 39200 43900 45800 58600 82200 90400 130000 140000
2026-04-20 21:00 12.50 53100 146000 (1978) 33700 (2004) 68800 37200 39200 43900 45800 58600 82200 90400 130000 140000
2026-04-20 20:00 12.52 53200 146000 (1978) 33700 (2004) 68800 37200 39200 43900 45800 58600 82200 90400 130000 140000
2026-04-20 19:00 12.54 53300 146000 (1978) 33700 (2004) 68800 37200 39200 43900 45800 58600 82200 90400 130000 140000
2026-04-20 18:00 12.56 53400 146000 (1978) 33700 (2004) 68800 37200 39200 43900 45800 58600 82200 90400 130000 140000
2026-04-20 17:00 12.59 53600 146000 (1978) 33700 (2004) 68800 37200 39200 43900 45800 58600 82200 90400 130000 140000
2026-04-20 16:00 12.62 53800 146000 (1978) 33700 (2004) 68800 37200 39200 43900 45800 58600 82200 90400 130000 140000
2026-04-20 15:00 12.61 53800 146000 (1978) 33700 (2004) 68800 37200 39200 43900 45800 58600 82200 90400 130000 140000
2026-04-20 14:00 12.67 54200 146000 (1978) 33700 (2004) 68800 37200 39200 43900 45800 58600 82200 90400 130000 140000
2026-04-20 13:00 12.69 54300 146000 (1978) 33700 (2004) 68800 37200 39200 43900 45800 58600 82200 90400 130000 140000
2026-04-20 12:00 12.72 54500 146000 (1978) 33700 (2004) 68800 37200 39200 43900 45800 58600 82200 90400 130000 140000
2026-04-20 11:00 12.72 54500 146000 (1978) 33700 (2004) 68800 37200 39200 43900 45800 58600 82200 90400 130000 140000
2026-04-20 10:00 12.71 54400 146000 (1978) 33700 (2004) 68800 37200 39200 43900 45800 58600 82200 90400 130000 140000
2026-04-20 09:00 12.70 54400 146000 (1978) 33700 (2004) 68800 37200 39200 43900 45800 58600 82200 90400 130000 140000
2026-04-20 08:00 12.78 54900 146000 (1978) 33700 (2004) 68800 37200 39200 43900 45800 58600 82200 90400 130000 140000
2026-04-20 07:00 12.84 55300 146000 (1978) 33700 (2004) 68800 37200 39200 43900 45800 58600 82200 90400 130000 140000
2026-04-20 06:00 12.86 55400 146000 (1978) 33700 (2004) 68800 37200 39200 43900 45800 58600 82200 90400 130000 140000
2026-04-20 05:00 12.90 55700 146000 (1978) 33700 (2004) 68800 37200 39200 43900 45800 58600 82200 90400 130000 140000
2026-04-20 04:00 12.94 56000 146000 (1978) 33700 (2004) 68800 37200 39200 43900 45800 58600 82200 90400 130000 140000
2026-04-20 03:00 12.96 56100 146000 (1978) 33700 (2004) 68800 37200 39200 43900 45800 58600 82200 90400 130000 140000
2026-04-20 02:00 12.95 56000 146000 (1978) 33700 (2004) 68800 37200 39200 43900 45800 58600 82200 90400 130000 140000
2026-04-20 01:00 12.94 56000 146000 (1978) 33700 (2004) 68800 37200 39200 43900 45800 58600 82200 90400 130000 140000
2026-04-20 00:00 12.96 56100 146000 (1978) 33700 (2004) 68800 37200 39200 43900 45800 58600 82200 90400 130000 140000
2026-04-19 23:00 13.00 56400 146000 (1978) 33700 (2004) 68800 37200 39200 43900 45800 58600 82200 90400 130000 140000

A total of 31 rows are displayed for years 1958 through 2024.