Missouri River (Missouri), Kansas City (06893000)

StateMissouriLatestUnknown (58800 cfs)
RiverMissouri RiverRatingObservedEstimated
Updated2026-04-17 22:30 (38 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)
Discharge58800 cfs (median: 54300 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)
Height12.71 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)
TrendFalling (rising 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), Kansas City (06893000)

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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
2026-04-17 22:30 12.71 58800 184000 (1973) 33800 (2004) 68000 35900 37100 41100 42800 57200 83400 91000 127000 156000
2026-04-17 21:30 12.73 59000 184000 (1973) 33800 (2004) 68000 35900 37100 41100 42800 57200 83400 91000 127000 156000
2026-04-17 20:30 12.74 59000 184000 (1973) 33800 (2004) 68000 35900 37100 41100 42800 57200 83400 91000 127000 156000
2026-04-17 19:30 12.75 59100 184000 (1973) 33800 (2004) 68000 35900 37100 41100 42800 57200 83400 91000 127000 156000
2026-04-17 18:30 12.69 58700 184000 (1973) 33800 (2004) 68000 35900 37100 41100 42800 57200 83400 91000 127000 156000
2026-04-17 17:30 12.52 57700 184000 (1973) 33800 (2004) 68000 35900 37100 41100 42800 57200 83400 91000 127000 156000
2026-04-17 16:30 12.25 56200 184000 (1973) 33800 (2004) 68000 35900 37100 41100 42800 57200 83400 91000 127000 156000
2026-04-17 15:30 12.24 56100 184000 (1973) 33800 (2004) 68000 35900 37100 41100 42800 57200 83400 91000 127000 156000
2026-04-17 14:30 12.23 56000 184000 (1973) 33800 (2004) 68000 35900 37100 41100 42800 57200 83400 91000 127000 156000
2026-04-17 13:30 12.23 56000 184000 (1973) 33800 (2004) 68000 35900 37100 41100 42800 57200 83400 91000 127000 156000
2026-04-17 12:30 12.22 56000 184000 (1973) 33800 (2004) 68000 35900 37100 41100 42800 57200 83400 91000 127000 156000
2026-04-17 11:30 12.17 55700 184000 (1973) 33800 (2004) 68000 35900 37100 41100 42800 57200 83400 91000 127000 156000
2026-04-17 10:30 12.15 55600 184000 (1973) 33800 (2004) 68000 35900 37100 41100 42800 57200 83400 91000 127000 156000
2026-04-17 09:30 12.12 55400 184000 (1973) 33800 (2004) 68000 35900 37100 41100 42800 57200 83400 91000 127000 156000
2026-04-17 08:30 12.08 55200 184000 (1973) 33800 (2004) 68000 35900 37100 41100 42800 57200 83400 91000 127000 156000
2026-04-17 07:30 12.05 55000 184000 (1973) 33800 (2004) 68000 35900 37100 41100 42800 57200 83400 91000 127000 156000
2026-04-17 06:30 12.01 54800 184000 (1973) 33800 (2004) 68000 35900 37100 41100 42800 57200 83400 91000 127000 156000
2026-04-17 05:30 11.97 54600 184000 (1973) 33800 (2004) 68000 35900 37100 41100 42800 57200 83400 91000 127000 156000
2026-04-17 04:30 11.92 54300 184000 (1973) 33800 (2004) 68000 35900 37100 41100 42800 57200 83400 91000 127000 156000
2026-04-17 03:30 11.85 53900 184000 (1973) 33800 (2004) 68000 35900 37100 41100 42800 57200 83400 91000 127000 156000
2026-04-17 02:30 11.78 53500 184000 (1973) 33800 (2004) 68000 35900 37100 41100 42800 57200 83400 91000 127000 156000
2026-04-17 01:30 11.72 53100 184000 (1973) 33800 (2004) 68000 35900 37100 41100 42800 57200 83400 91000 127000 156000
2026-04-17 00:30 11.64 52700 184000 (1973) 33800 (2004) 68000 35900 37100 41100 42800 57200 83400 91000 127000 156000
2026-04-16 23:30 11.57 52300 184000 (1973) 33800 (2004) 68000 35900 37100 41100 42800 57200 83400 91000 127000 156000

A total of 24 rows are displayed for years 1958 through 2024.