Is the Missouri River flooding?

Iowa · 2 gauges · Iowa river levels

The Missouri River is tracked by 2 USGS streamgauges in Iowa. 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 Missouri 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 Iowa river levels.

data refreshed 6 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 Missouri River at Decatur, NE. The highest level ever recorded there was 40.03 ft on 28 June 2011, carrying 191,000 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1988 (37 annual peaks). It is currently at 20.47 ft, 19.6 ft below that record.

Drains 316,200 sq mi · gauge elevation 1,011 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

Gauge	Status	Stage	Flood stage	Updated
Missouri River at Decatur, NE	No flooding	20.47 ft	35 ft	83 min ago
Missouri River near Council Bluffs, IA	No 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.