Missouri River (Missouri), Saint Joseph (06818000)

StateMissouriLatestUnknown (44900 cfs)
RiverMissouri RiverRatingObservedEstimated
Updated2026-04-17 12:35 (51 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)
Discharge44900 cfs (median: 47100 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)
Height8.03 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), Saint Joseph (06818000)

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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
2026-04-17 12:35 8.03 44900 126000 (1997) 31700 (2004) 56200 33100 34300 37900 40300 47100 63000 71300 104000 119000
2026-04-17 11:35 8.02 44900 126000 (1997) 31700 (2004) 56200 33100 34300 37900 40300 47100 63000 71300 104000 119000
2026-04-17 10:35 8.03 44900 126000 (1997) 31700 (2004) 56200 33100 34300 37900 40300 47100 63000 71300 104000 119000
2026-04-17 09:35 8.04 45000 126000 (1997) 31700 (2004) 56200 33100 34300 37900 40300 47100 63000 71300 104000 119000
2026-04-17 08:35 8.05 45000 126000 (1997) 31700 (2004) 56200 33100 34300 37900 40300 47100 63000 71300 104000 119000
2026-04-17 07:35 8.07 45100 126000 (1997) 31700 (2004) 56200 33100 34300 37900 40300 47100 63000 71300 104000 119000
2026-04-17 06:35 8.09 45200 126000 (1997) 31700 (2004) 56200 33100 34300 37900 40300 47100 63000 71300 104000 119000
2026-04-17 05:35 8.13 45400 126000 (1997) 31700 (2004) 56200 33100 34300 37900 40300 47100 63000 71300 104000 119000
2026-04-17 04:35 8.17 45600 126000 (1997) 31700 (2004) 56200 33100 34300 37900 40300 47100 63000 71300 104000 119000
2026-04-17 03:35 8.19 45700 126000 (1997) 31700 (2004) 56200 33100 34300 37900 40300 47100 63000 71300 104000 119000
2026-04-17 02:35 8.26 46000 126000 (1997) 31700 (2004) 56200 33100 34300 37900 40300 47100 63000 71300 104000 119000
2026-04-17 01:35 8.28 46100 126000 (1997) 31700 (2004) 56200 33100 34300 37900 40300 47100 63000 71300 104000 119000
2026-04-17 00:35 8.33 46300 126000 (1997) 31700 (2004) 56200 33100 34300 37900 40300 47100 63000 71300 104000 119000
2026-04-16 23:35 8.37 46500 126000 (1997) 31700 (2004) 56200 33100 34300 37900 40300 47100 63000 71300 104000 119000
2026-04-16 22:35 8.41 46700 133000 (1999) 32300 (2004) 56900 33300 35200 38000 40100 47500 62400 65500 105000 121000
2026-04-16 21:35 8.44 46900 133000 (1999) 32300 (2004) 56900 33300 35200 38000 40100 47500 62400 65500 105000 121000
2026-04-16 20:35 8.50 47200 133000 (1999) 32300 (2004) 56900 33300 35200 38000 40100 47500 62400 65500 105000 121000
2026-04-16 19:35 8.54 47400 133000 (1999) 32300 (2004) 56900 33300 35200 38000 40100 47500 62400 65500 105000 121000
2026-04-16 18:35 8.59 47600 133000 (1999) 32300 (2004) 56900 33300 35200 38000 40100 47500 62400 65500 105000 121000
2026-04-16 17:35 8.60 47700 133000 (1999) 32300 (2004) 56900 33300 35200 38000 40100 47500 62400 65500 105000 121000
2026-04-16 16:35 8.61 47700 133000 (1999) 32300 (2004) 56900 33300 35200 38000 40100 47500 62400 65500 105000 121000
2026-04-16 15:35 8.61 47700 133000 (1999) 32300 (2004) 56900 33300 35200 38000 40100 47500 62400 65500 105000 121000
2026-04-16 14:35 8.60 47700 133000 (1999) 32300 (2004) 56900 33300 35200 38000 40100 47500 62400 65500 105000 121000
2026-04-16 13:35 8.59 47600 133000 (1999) 32300 (2004) 56900 33300 35200 38000 40100 47500 62400 65500 105000 121000
2026-04-16 12:35 8.55 47400 133000 (1999) 32300 (2004) 56900 33300 35200 38000 40100 47500 62400 65500 105000 121000
2026-04-16 11:35 8.50 47200 133000 (1999) 32300 (2004) 56900 33300 35200 38000 40100 47500 62400 65500 105000 121000
2026-04-16 10:35 8.45 46900 133000 (1999) 32300 (2004) 56900 33300 35200 38000 40100 47500 62400 65500 105000 121000
2026-04-16 09:35 8.41 46700 133000 (1999) 32300 (2004) 56900 33300 35200 38000 40100 47500 62400 65500 105000 121000
2026-04-16 08:35 8.30 46200 133000 (1999) 32300 (2004) 56900 33300 35200 38000 40100 47500 62400 65500 105000 121000
2026-04-16 07:35 8.23 45900 133000 (1999) 32300 (2004) 56900 33300 35200 38000 40100 47500 62400 65500 105000 121000
2026-04-16 06:35 8.16 45500 133000 (1999) 32300 (2004) 56900 33300 35200 38000 40100 47500 62400 65500 105000 121000
2026-04-16 05:35 8.07 45100 133000 (1999) 32300 (2004) 56900 33300 35200 38000 40100 47500 62400 65500 105000 121000
2026-04-16 04:35 7.97 44600 133000 (1999) 32300 (2004) 56900 33300 35200 38000 40100 47500 62400 65500 105000 121000
2026-04-16 03:35 7.92 44400 133000 (1999) 32300 (2004) 56900 33300 35200 38000 40100 47500 62400 65500 105000 121000
2026-04-16 02:35 7.83 44000 133000 (1999) 32300 (2004) 56900 33300 35200 38000 40100 47500 62400 65500 105000 121000
2026-04-16 01:35 7.77 43700 133000 (1999) 32300 (2004) 56900 33300 35200 38000 40100 47500 62400 65500 105000 121000
2026-04-16 00:35 7.70 43400 133000 (1999) 32300 (2004) 56900 33300 35200 38000 40100 47500 62400 65500 105000 121000
2026-04-15 23:35 7.65 43100 133000 (1999) 32300 (2004) 56900 33300 35200 38000 40100 47500 62400 65500 105000 121000

A total of 38 rows are displayed for years 1958 through 2025.