Missouri River (Missouri), Saint Joseph (06818000)

StateMissouriLatestUnknown (34400 cfs)
RiverMissouri RiverRatingObservedEstimated
Updated2026-07-27 0:35 (36 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)
Discharge34400 cfs (median: 46400 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)
Height5.92 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), Saint Joseph (06818000)

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A total of 0 rows are displayed.

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Classic Trip List

The classic River Trips application is still available for use. It is updated with the new system using a data retrofit. It is no longer maintained. The original River Trips application is no longer updated (as of 1 Dec 2016) but can be checked for errors or for the condition of the data before it was converted to the new system.

Gauge Data Table

ObservationHeightDischargeMaximum
Discharge
Minimum
Discharge
Mean
Discharge
P05P10P20P25P50
(Median)
P75P80P90P95
2026-07-27 00:35 5.92 34400 313000 (1993) 29500 (2006) 57800 32000 33600 37300 38400 46400 60700 65500 84000 120000
2026-07-26 23:35 5.92 34400 313000 (1993) 29500 (2006) 57800 32000 33600 37300 38400 46400 60700 65500 84000 120000
2026-07-26 22:35 5.92 34400 328000 (1993) 29700 (2006) 57900 32100 33700 37800 38900 47800 59600 64300 84500 120000
2026-07-26 21:35 5.93 34400 328000 (1993) 29700 (2006) 57900 32100 33700 37800 38900 47800 59600 64300 84500 120000
2026-07-26 20:35 5.92 34400 328000 (1993) 29700 (2006) 57900 32100 33700 37800 38900 47800 59600 64300 84500 120000
2026-07-26 19:35 5.93 34400 328000 (1993) 29700 (2006) 57900 32100 33700 37800 38900 47800 59600 64300 84500 120000
2026-07-26 18:35 5.94 34500 328000 (1993) 29700 (2006) 57900 32100 33700 37800 38900 47800 59600 64300 84500 120000
2026-07-26 17:35 5.94 34500 328000 (1993) 29700 (2006) 57900 32100 33700 37800 38900 47800 59600 64300 84500 120000
2026-07-26 16:35 5.93 34400 328000 (1993) 29700 (2006) 57900 32100 33700 37800 38900 47800 59600 64300 84500 120000
2026-07-26 15:35 5.94 34500 328000 (1993) 29700 (2006) 57900 32100 33700 37800 38900 47800 59600 64300 84500 120000
2026-07-26 14:35 5.94 34500 328000 (1993) 29700 (2006) 57900 32100 33700 37800 38900 47800 59600 64300 84500 120000
2026-07-26 13:35 5.93 34400 328000 (1993) 29700 (2006) 57900 32100 33700 37800 38900 47800 59600 64300 84500 120000
2026-07-26 12:35 5.92 34400 328000 (1993) 29700 (2006) 57900 32100 33700 37800 38900 47800 59600 64300 84500 120000
2026-07-26 11:35 5.91 34300 328000 (1993) 29700 (2006) 57900 32100 33700 37800 38900 47800 59600 64300 84500 120000
2026-07-26 10:35 5.89 34200 328000 (1993) 29700 (2006) 57900 32100 33700 37800 38900 47800 59600 64300 84500 120000
2026-07-26 09:35 5.88 34200 328000 (1993) 29700 (2006) 57900 32100 33700 37800 38900 47800 59600 64300 84500 120000
2026-07-26 08:35 5.87 34200 328000 (1993) 29700 (2006) 57900 32100 33700 37800 38900 47800 59600 64300 84500 120000
2026-07-26 07:35 5.85 34100 328000 (1993) 29700 (2006) 57900 32100 33700 37800 38900 47800 59600 64300 84500 120000
2026-07-26 06:35 5.83 34000 328000 (1993) 29700 (2006) 57900 32100 33700 37800 38900 47800 59600 64300 84500 120000
2026-07-26 05:35 5.83 34000 328000 (1993) 29700 (2006) 57900 32100 33700 37800 38900 47800 59600 64300 84500 120000
2026-07-26 04:35 5.82 34000 328000 (1993) 29700 (2006) 57900 32100 33700 37800 38900 47800 59600 64300 84500 120000
2026-07-26 03:35 5.82 34000 328000 (1993) 29700 (2006) 57900 32100 33700 37800 38900 47800 59600 64300 84500 120000
2026-07-26 02:35 5.80 33900 328000 (1993) 29700 (2006) 57900 32100 33700 37800 38900 47800 59600 64300 84500 120000
2026-07-26 01:35 5.79 33800 328000 (1993) 29700 (2006) 57900 32100 33700 37800 38900 47800 59600 64300 84500 120000
2026-07-26 00:35 5.79 33800 328000 (1993) 29700 (2006) 57900 32100 33700 37800 38900 47800 59600 64300 84500 120000
2026-07-25 23:35 5.78 33800 328000 (1993) 29700 (2006) 57900 32100 33700 37800 38900 47800 59600 64300 84500 120000

A total of 26 rows are displayed for years 1958 through 2025.