St. Francis River near Saco, MO
Gauge height
2.44 ft
Streamflow
100 cfs
Flood stages at this gauge
| Category | Stage | Current distance |
|---|---|---|
| Action | 19 ft | 16.6 ft below |
| Minor flood | 21 ft | 18.6 ft below |
| Moderate flood | 23 ft | 20.6 ft below |
| Major flood | 27 ft | 24.6 ft below |
Highest crests on record
| Stage | Date |
|---|---|
| 36.1 ft | 1993-11-14 |
| 33.42 ft | 2017-04-30 |
| 28.93 ft | 2008-03-19 |
| 28.68 ft | 2025-04-05 |
| 27.94 ft | 2011-04-26 |
Nearby gauges
| Gauge | Distance | County |
|---|---|---|
| St. Francis River near Mill Creek, MO | 8.2 mi | Madison County |
| Big Creek at Sam A Baker State Park, MO | 8.8 mi | Wayne County |
| Big Creek at Des Arc, MO | 10.6 mi | Iron County |
| St. Francis River near Patterson, MO | 13.2 mi | Wayne County |
| St. Francis River near Roselle, MO | 14.7 mi | Madison 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.