Streamflow discharge was last observed at 398 cfs, and a gauge height of 2.93 feet.
With the
% decrease since yesterday,
the streamflow average over the past 10 days is 317 .
Weather today, Tomorrow,
The flow providers and constituents of the river include agricultural runoff, urban runoff, and industrial discharges. The river is regulated by a few small dams and is subject to seasonal trends, with higher flows during the spring and lower flows during the summer and fall. Interestingly, the Big River is home to several endangered species, including the Ozark Hellbender salamander and the Indiana bat. Additionally, the river has a rich history, having been used for transportation and industry during the 19th century.
| Elevation | 525.0 ft |
| Last Updated | |
| Gage height, ft | 2.93 ft |
| Streamflow, ft³/s | 398.0 ft3/s |
| Percent of Normal | 183% |
| Year Over Year Average | 245 cfs |
| 24hr Flow Prediction | cfs |
| Maximum Recorded | 69,600 cfs |
| Geolocation | 38.16, -90.71 |