Gasconade River (Missouri), Rich Fountain (06934000)

StateMissouriLatestFlood (15300 cfs)
RiverGasconade RiverRatingObservedEstimated
Updated2026-04-21 7:30 (21 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
Discharge15300 cfs (median: 3090 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
Height10.7 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
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P75P80P90P95
2026-04-21 07:30 10.70 15300 42800 (1941) 561 (1956) 5780 898 1200 1770 2090 3090 6670 7900 14200 22900
2026-04-21 06:30 10.86 15700 42800 (1941) 561 (1956) 5780 898 1200 1770 2090 3090 6670 7900 14200 22900
2026-04-21 05:30 11.01 16000 42800 (1941) 561 (1956) 5780 898 1200 1770 2090 3090 6670 7900 14200 22900
2026-04-21 04:30 11.15 16300 42800 (1941) 561 (1956) 5780 898 1200 1770 2090 3090 6670 7900 14200 22900
2026-04-21 03:30 11.26 16600 42800 (1941) 561 (1956) 5780 898 1200 1770 2090 3090 6670 7900 14200 22900
2026-04-21 02:30 11.37 16800 42800 (1941) 561 (1956) 5780 898 1200 1770 2090 3090 6670 7900 14200 22900
2026-04-21 01:30 11.45 17000 42800 (1941) 561 (1956) 5780 898 1200 1770 2090 3090 6670 7900 14200 22900
2026-04-21 00:30 11.55 17300 42800 (1941) 561 (1956) 5780 898 1200 1770 2090 3090 6670 7900 14200 22900
2026-04-20 23:30 11.60 17400 42800 (1941) 561 (1956) 5780 898 1200 1770 2090 3090 6670 7900 14200 22900
2026-04-20 22:30 11.66 17500 41300 (1941) 555 (1956) 5890 930 1250 1850 2130 3150 6430 8740 15600 20200
2026-04-20 21:30 11.71 17600 41300 (1941) 555 (1956) 5890 930 1250 1850 2130 3150 6430 8740 15600 20200
2026-04-20 20:30 11.74 17700 41300 (1941) 555 (1956) 5890 930 1250 1850 2130 3150 6430 8740 15600 20200
2026-04-20 19:30 11.78 17800 41300 (1941) 555 (1956) 5890 930 1250 1850 2130 3150 6430 8740 15600 20200
2026-04-20 18:30 11.84 17900 41300 (1941) 555 (1956) 5890 930 1250 1850 2130 3150 6430 8740 15600 20200
2026-04-20 17:30 11.86 18000 41300 (1941) 555 (1956) 5890 930 1250 1850 2130 3150 6430 8740 15600 20200
2026-04-20 16:30 11.92 18100 41300 (1941) 555 (1956) 5890 930 1250 1850 2130 3150 6430 8740 15600 20200
2026-04-20 15:30 11.95 18200 41300 (1941) 555 (1956) 5890 930 1250 1850 2130 3150 6430 8740 15600 20200
2026-04-20 14:30 12.02 18400 41300 (1941) 555 (1956) 5890 930 1250 1850 2130 3150 6430 8740 15600 20200
2026-04-20 13:30 12.05 18400 41300 (1941) 555 (1956) 5890 930 1250 1850 2130 3150 6430 8740 15600 20200
2026-04-20 12:30 12.09 18500 41300 (1941) 555 (1956) 5890 930 1250 1850 2130 3150 6430 8740 15600 20200
2026-04-20 11:30 12.15 18700 41300 (1941) 555 (1956) 5890 930 1250 1850 2130 3150 6430 8740 15600 20200
2026-04-20 10:30 12.18 18700 41300 (1941) 555 (1956) 5890 930 1250 1850 2130 3150 6430 8740 15600 20200
2026-04-20 09:30 12.22 18800 41300 (1941) 555 (1956) 5890 930 1250 1850 2130 3150 6430 8740 15600 20200
2026-04-20 08:30 12.25 18900 41300 (1941) 555 (1956) 5890 930 1250 1850 2130 3150 6430 8740 15600 20200
2026-04-20 07:30 12.26 18900 41300 (1941) 555 (1956) 5890 930 1250 1850 2130 3150 6430 8740 15600 20200
2026-04-20 06:30 12.26 18900 41300 (1941) 555 (1956) 5890 930 1250 1850 2130 3150 6430 8740 15600 20200
2026-04-20 05:30 12.25 18900 41300 (1941) 555 (1956) 5890 930 1250 1850 2130 3150 6430 8740 15600 20200
2026-04-20 04:30 12.24 18900 41300 (1941) 555 (1956) 5890 930 1250 1850 2130 3150 6430 8740 15600 20200
2026-04-20 03:30 12.18 18700 41300 (1941) 555 (1956) 5890 930 1250 1850 2130 3150 6430 8740 15600 20200
2026-04-20 02:30 12.15 18700 41300 (1941) 555 (1956) 5890 930 1250 1850 2130 3150 6430 8740 15600 20200
2026-04-20 01:30 12.03 18400 41300 (1941) 555 (1956) 5890 930 1250 1850 2130 3150 6430 8740 15600 20200
2026-04-20 00:30 11.93 18100 41300 (1941) 555 (1956) 5890 930 1250 1850 2130 3150 6430 8740 15600 20200
2026-04-19 23:30 11.81 17900 41300 (1941) 555 (1956) 5890 930 1250 1850 2130 3150 6430 8740 15600 20200

A total of 33 rows are displayed for years 1922 through 2025.