Is the East Fork Black River flooding?

Missouri · 3 gauges · Missouri river levels

The East Fork Black River 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 East Fork Black River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 0 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 12 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 East Fork Black River at Lesterville, MO. The highest level ever recorded there was 12.53 ft on 19 November 1985, carrying 35,800 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1961 (35 annual peaks).

Drains 94 sq mi · gauge elevation 655 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
East Fork Black River at Lesterville, MONo current data
East Fork Black River near Lesterville, MONo flood stage defined0.95 ft
E. Fork. Black River. below Lower Taum Sauk ReservoirNo flood stage defined4.64 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.