Black River (Missouri), Poplar Bluff (07063000)

StateMissouriLatestHigh (3230 cfs)
RiverBlack RiverRatingObservedEstimated
Updated2026-07-29 8:15 (25 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)4093
Discharge3230 cfs (median: 590 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)2065
Height8.16 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)992
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)651
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)340

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Trips for Black River (Missouri), Poplar Bluff (07063000)

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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
P05P10P20P25P50
(Median)
P75P80P90P95
2026-07-29 08:15 8.16 3230 4370 (1957) 314 (1954) 804 332 370 420 431 590 794 1020 1510 2530
2026-07-29 07:15 8.19 3240 4370 (1957) 314 (1954) 804 332 370 420 431 590 794 1020 1510 2530
2026-07-29 06:15 8.19 3240 4370 (1957) 314 (1954) 804 332 370 420 431 590 794 1020 1510 2530
2026-07-29 05:15 8.19 3240 4370 (1957) 314 (1954) 804 332 370 420 431 590 794 1020 1510 2530
2026-07-29 04:15 8.21 3250 4370 (1957) 314 (1954) 804 332 370 420 431 590 794 1020 1510 2530
2026-07-29 03:15 8.21 3250 4370 (1957) 314 (1954) 804 332 370 420 431 590 794 1020 1510 2530
2026-07-29 02:15 8.23 3250 4370 (1957) 314 (1954) 804 332 370 420 431 590 794 1020 1510 2530
2026-07-29 01:15 8.24 3260 4370 (1957) 314 (1954) 804 332 370 420 431 590 794 1020 1510 2530
2026-07-29 00:15 8.25 3260 4370 (1957) 314 (1954) 804 332 370 420 431 590 794 1020 1510 2530
2026-07-28 23:15 8.26 3270 4370 (1957) 314 (1954) 804 332 370 420 431 590 794 1020 1510 2530
2026-07-28 22:15 8.27 3270 3540 (1957) 312 (1962) 818 334 364 428 445 612 809 1010 1600 2990
2026-07-28 21:15 8.28 3270 3540 (1957) 312 (1962) 818 334 364 428 445 612 809 1010 1600 2990
2026-07-28 20:15 8.29 3280 3540 (1957) 312 (1962) 818 334 364 428 445 612 809 1010 1600 2990
2026-07-28 19:15 8.30 3280 3540 (1957) 312 (1962) 818 334 364 428 445 612 809 1010 1600 2990
2026-07-28 18:15 8.30 3280 3540 (1957) 312 (1962) 818 334 364 428 445 612 809 1010 1600 2990
2026-07-28 17:15 8.32 3290 3540 (1957) 312 (1962) 818 334 364 428 445 612 809 1010 1600 2990
2026-07-28 16:15 8.32 3290 3540 (1957) 312 (1962) 818 334 364 428 445 612 809 1010 1600 2990
2026-07-28 15:15 8.34 3300 3540 (1957) 312 (1962) 818 334 364 428 445 612 809 1010 1600 2990
2026-07-28 14:15 8.34 3300 3540 (1957) 312 (1962) 818 334 364 428 445 612 809 1010 1600 2990
2026-07-28 13:15 8.34 3300 3540 (1957) 312 (1962) 818 334 364 428 445 612 809 1010 1600 2990
2026-07-28 12:15 8.36 3300 3540 (1957) 312 (1962) 818 334 364 428 445 612 809 1010 1600 2990
2026-07-28 11:15 8.36 3300 3540 (1957) 312 (1962) 818 334 364 428 445 612 809 1010 1600 2990
2026-07-28 10:15 8.38 3310 3540 (1957) 312 (1962) 818 334 364 428 445 612 809 1010 1600 2990
2026-07-28 09:15 8.38 3310 3540 (1957) 312 (1962) 818 334 364 428 445 612 809 1010 1600 2990
2026-07-28 08:15 8.39 3320 3540 (1957) 312 (1962) 818 334 364 428 445 612 809 1010 1600 2990
2026-07-28 07:15 8.40 3320 3540 (1957) 312 (1962) 818 334 364 428 445 612 809 1010 1600 2990
2026-07-28 06:15 8.41 3320 3540 (1957) 312 (1962) 818 334 364 428 445 612 809 1010 1600 2990
2026-07-28 05:15 8.42 3330 3540 (1957) 312 (1962) 818 334 364 428 445 612 809 1010 1600 2990
2026-07-28 04:15 8.43 3330 3540 (1957) 312 (1962) 818 334 364 428 445 612 809 1010 1600 2990
2026-07-28 03:15 8.44 3330 3540 (1957) 312 (1962) 818 334 364 428 445 612 809 1010 1600 2990
2026-07-28 02:15 8.45 3340 3540 (1957) 312 (1962) 818 334 364 428 445 612 809 1010 1600 2990
2026-07-28 01:15 8.46 3340 3540 (1957) 312 (1962) 818 334 364 428 445 612 809 1010 1600 2990
2026-07-28 00:15 8.46 3340 3540 (1957) 312 (1962) 818 334 364 428 445 612 809 1010 1600 2990
2026-07-27 23:15 8.48 3350 3540 (1957) 312 (1962) 818 334 364 428 445 612 809 1010 1600 2990

A total of 34 rows are displayed for years 1949 through 2024.