Is the Big Creek flooding?

Missouri · 3 gauges · Missouri river levels

The Big Creek is tracked by 3 USGS streamgauges in Missouri. This page compares each gauge’s live water level against its official National Weather Service flood stage, refreshed every 15 minutes, so you can tell whether the Big Creek is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 1 of 3 gauges have both a usable water-level reading and a published minor flood stage. Gauges without a published flood stage show water level and flow only. For nearby rivers, see all Missouri river levels.

data refreshed 3 min ago

Readings may be delayed; check each observation time below. This gauge summary does not rule out flooding on unmonitored stretches or nearby streets.

River facts

The longest-running gauge on this river is Big Creek near Blairstown, MO. The highest level ever recorded there was 28.59 ft on 6 July 2019, carrying 20,600 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1961 (42 annual peaks). It is currently at 11.60 ft, 17.0 ft below that record.

Drains 414 sq mi · gauge elevation 735 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
Big Creek near Blairstown, MONo flooding11.60 ft20 ft
Big Creek at Des Arc, MONo current data
Big Creek at Sam A Baker State Park, MONo flood stage defined2.58 ft
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.