Is the Middle Fork Salt River flooding?

Missouri · 2 gauges · Missouri river levels

The Middle Fork Salt River is tracked by 2 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 Middle Fork Salt River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 1 of 2 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 8 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 Middle Fork Salt River at Paris, MO. The highest level ever recorded there was 33.50 ft on 21 April 1973, carrying 45,000 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1940 (59 annual peaks).

Drains 356 sq mi · gauge elevation 630 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
Middle Fork Salt River near Holliday, MONo flooding4.07 ft17 ft
Middle Fork Salt River at Paris, MONo current data
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.