Missouri River (Missouri), Kansas City (06893000)

StateMissouriLatestUnknown (56000 cfs)
RiverMissouri RiverRatingObservedEstimated
Updated2026-04-17 13:30 (34 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)
Discharge56000 cfs (median: 57200 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)
Height12.23 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 (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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Gauge Data Table

ObservationHeightDischargeMaximum
Discharge
Minimum
Discharge
Mean
Discharge
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P75P80P90P95
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
2026-04-16 22:30 11.51 52000 185000 (1987) 34100 (2004) 68300 36800 38700 41700 42900 57700 82500 88900 127000 147000
2026-04-16 21:30 11.44 51600 185000 (1987) 34100 (2004) 68300 36800 38700 41700 42900 57700 82500 88900 127000 147000
2026-04-16 20:30 11.36 51200 185000 (1987) 34100 (2004) 68300 36800 38700 41700 42900 57700 82500 88900 127000 147000
2026-04-16 19:30 11.31 50900 185000 (1987) 34100 (2004) 68300 36800 38700 41700 42900 57700 82500 88900 127000 147000
2026-04-16 18:30 11.26 50600 185000 (1987) 34100 (2004) 68300 36800 38700 41700 42900 57700 82500 88900 127000 147000
2026-04-16 17:30 11.22 50400 185000 (1987) 34100 (2004) 68300 36800 38700 41700 42900 57700 82500 88900 127000 147000
2026-04-16 16:30 11.20 50300 185000 (1987) 34100 (2004) 68300 36800 38700 41700 42900 57700 82500 88900 127000 147000
2026-04-16 15:30 11.16 50100 185000 (1987) 34100 (2004) 68300 36800 38700 41700 42900 57700 82500 88900 127000 147000
2026-04-16 14:30 11.15 50000 185000 (1987) 34100 (2004) 68300 36800 38700 41700 42900 57700 82500 88900 127000 147000
2026-04-16 13:30 11.13 49900 185000 (1987) 34100 (2004) 68300 36800 38700 41700 42900 57700 82500 88900 127000 147000
2026-04-16 12:30 11.12 49900 185000 (1987) 34100 (2004) 68300 36800 38700 41700 42900 57700 82500 88900 127000 147000
2026-04-16 11:30 11.12 49900 185000 (1987) 34100 (2004) 68300 36800 38700 41700 42900 57700 82500 88900 127000 147000
2026-04-16 10:30 11.12 49900 185000 (1987) 34100 (2004) 68300 36800 38700 41700 42900 57700 82500 88900 127000 147000
2026-04-16 09:30 11.14 50000 185000 (1987) 34100 (2004) 68300 36800 38700 41700 42900 57700 82500 88900 127000 147000
2026-04-16 08:30 11.15 50000 185000 (1987) 34100 (2004) 68300 36800 38700 41700 42900 57700 82500 88900 127000 147000
2026-04-16 07:30 11.17 50100 185000 (1987) 34100 (2004) 68300 36800 38700 41700 42900 57700 82500 88900 127000 147000
2026-04-16 06:30 11.19 50200 185000 (1987) 34100 (2004) 68300 36800 38700 41700 42900 57700 82500 88900 127000 147000
2026-04-16 05:30 11.23 50500 185000 (1987) 34100 (2004) 68300 36800 38700 41700 42900 57700 82500 88900 127000 147000
2026-04-16 04:30 11.25 50600 185000 (1987) 34100 (2004) 68300 36800 38700 41700 42900 57700 82500 88900 127000 147000
2026-04-16 03:30 11.28 50700 185000 (1987) 34100 (2004) 68300 36800 38700 41700 42900 57700 82500 88900 127000 147000
2026-04-16 02:30 11.29 50800 185000 (1987) 34100 (2004) 68300 36800 38700 41700 42900 57700 82500 88900 127000 147000
2026-04-16 01:30 11.31 50900 185000 (1987) 34100 (2004) 68300 36800 38700 41700 42900 57700 82500 88900 127000 147000
2026-04-16 00:30 11.35 51100 185000 (1987) 34100 (2004) 68300 36800 38700 41700 42900 57700 82500 88900 127000 147000
2026-04-15 23:30 11.38 51300 185000 (1987) 34100 (2004) 68300 36800 38700 41700 42900 57700 82500 88900 127000 147000

A total of 39 rows are displayed for years 1958 through 2024.