Big River near Richwoods, MO
Gauge height
2.48 ft
Streamflow
278 cfs
Flood stages at this gauge
| Category | Stage | Current distance |
|---|---|---|
| Action | 15 ft | 12.5 ft below |
Highest crests on record
| Stage | Date |
|---|---|
| 33.39 ft | 2017-05-01 |
| 30.33 ft | 1993-09-23 |
| 28.7 ft | 2008-03-19 |
| 27.15 ft | 1957-06-30 |
| 26.42 ft | 1994-04-11 |
Nearby gauges
| Gauge | Distance | County |
|---|---|---|
| Joachim Creek at De Soto, MO | 8.4 mi | Jefferson County |
| Big River below Bonne Terre, MO | 15.2 mi | St. Francois County |
| Big River at Byrnesville, MO | 16.4 mi | Jefferson County |
| Meramec River at Pacific, MO | 21.3 mi | Franklin County |
| Big River below Desloge, MO | 21.5 mi | St. Francois County |
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Provisional data: Real-time readings are provisional and subject to revision by the USGS — sensors can be affected by ice, debris, or equipment malfunction. Do not rely on this site for decisions involving personal safety; follow official guidance from the National Weather Service and local authorities.