Is the Missouri River flooding?

Kansas · 2 gauges · Kansas river levels

The Missouri River is tracked by 2 USGS streamgauges in Kansas. 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. 2 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 Kansas 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 Missouri River at Leavenworth, KS. The highest level ever recorded there was 20.74 ft on 28 May 2016. Peak records there go back to 2016 (1 annual peaks). It is currently at 3.20 ft, 17.5 ft below that record.

Drains 427,200 sq mi · gauge elevation 744 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

Gauge	Status	Stage	Flood stage	Updated
Missouri River at Atchison, KS	No flooding	7.94 ft	22 ft	70 min ago
Missouri River at Leavenworth, KS	No flooding	3.20 ft	20 ft	70 min ago

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.