Osage River (Missouri), Saint Thomas (06926510)

StateMissouriLatestUnknown (15500 cfs)
RiverOsage RiverRatingObservedEstimated
Updated2026-07-29 2:45 (20 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)
Discharge15500 cfs (median: 7250 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)
Height7.96 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)
TrendRising (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 Osage River (Missouri), Saint Thomas (06926510)

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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 02:45 7.96 15500 51700 (2019) 635 (2006) 13400 822 1070 1230 1590 7250 22900 27000 38100 51400
2026-07-29 01:45 7.39 13500 51700 (2019) 635 (2006) 13400 822 1070 1230 1590 7250 22900 27000 38100 51400
2026-07-29 00:45 6.68 11200 51700 (2019) 635 (2006) 13400 822 1070 1230 1590 7250 22900 27000 38100 51400
2026-07-28 23:45 5.92 8940 51700 (2019) 635 (2006) 13400 822 1070 1230 1590 7250 22900 27000 38100 51400
2026-07-28 22:45 5.35 7270 51700 (2019) 853 (2006) 12300 933 1070 1390 1710 5100 15300 25400 43500 51600
2026-07-28 21:45 5.13 6660 51700 (2019) 853 (2006) 12300 933 1070 1390 1710 5100 15300 25400 43500 51600
2026-07-28 20:45 5.19 6830 51700 (2019) 853 (2006) 12300 933 1070 1390 1710 5100 15300 25400 43500 51600
2026-07-28 19:45 5.37 7330 51700 (2019) 853 (2006) 12300 933 1070 1390 1710 5100 15300 25400 43500 51600
2026-07-28 18:45 5.59 7970 51700 (2019) 853 (2006) 12300 933 1070 1390 1710 5100 15300 25400 43500 51600
2026-07-28 17:45 5.82 8650 51700 (2019) 853 (2006) 12300 933 1070 1390 1710 5100 15300 25400 43500 51600
2026-07-28 16:45 6.06 9350 51700 (2019) 853 (2006) 12300 933 1070 1390 1710 5100 15300 25400 43500 51600
2026-07-28 15:45 6.31 10100 51700 (2019) 853 (2006) 12300 933 1070 1390 1710 5100 15300 25400 43500 51600
2026-07-28 14:45 6.56 10800 51700 (2019) 853 (2006) 12300 933 1070 1390 1710 5100 15300 25400 43500 51600
2026-07-28 13:45 6.83 11700 51700 (2019) 853 (2006) 12300 933 1070 1390 1710 5100 15300 25400 43500 51600
2026-07-28 12:45 7.08 12500 51700 (2019) 853 (2006) 12300 933 1070 1390 1710 5100 15300 25400 43500 51600
2026-07-28 11:45 7.34 13300 51700 (2019) 853 (2006) 12300 933 1070 1390 1710 5100 15300 25400 43500 51600
2026-07-28 10:45 7.59 14200 51700 (2019) 853 (2006) 12300 933 1070 1390 1710 5100 15300 25400 43500 51600
2026-07-28 09:45 7.83 15000 51700 (2019) 853 (2006) 12300 933 1070 1390 1710 5100 15300 25400 43500 51600
2026-07-28 08:45 8.05 15800 51700 (2019) 853 (2006) 12300 933 1070 1390 1710 5100 15300 25400 43500 51600
2026-07-28 07:45 8.23 16500 51700 (2019) 853 (2006) 12300 933 1070 1390 1710 5100 15300 25400 43500 51600
2026-07-28 06:45 8.36 17000 51700 (2019) 853 (2006) 12300 933 1070 1390 1710 5100 15300 25400 43500 51600
2026-07-28 05:45 8.45 17300 51700 (2019) 853 (2006) 12300 933 1070 1390 1710 5100 15300 25400 43500 51600
2026-07-28 04:45 8.44 17300 51700 (2019) 853 (2006) 12300 933 1070 1390 1710 5100 15300 25400 43500 51600
2026-07-28 03:45 8.30 16700 51700 (2019) 853 (2006) 12300 933 1070 1390 1710 5100 15300 25400 43500 51600
2026-07-28 02:45 7.97 15500 51700 (2019) 853 (2006) 12300 933 1070 1390 1710 5100 15300 25400 43500 51600
2026-07-28 01:45 7.48 13800 51700 (2019) 853 (2006) 12300 933 1070 1390 1710 5100 15300 25400 43500 51600
2026-07-28 00:45 6.73 11400 51700 (2019) 853 (2006) 12300 933 1070 1390 1710 5100 15300 25400 43500 51600
2026-07-27 23:45 5.78 8540 51700 (2019) 853 (2006) 12300 933 1070 1390 1710 5100 15300 25400 43500 51600

A total of 28 rows are displayed for years 1997 through 2025.