James River Near Springfield, Mo Realtime Data
JAMES RIVER NEAR SPRINGFIELD, MO
Realtime Data • Report • Conditions
77
Discharge (cfs)
4.7
Gauge Height (ft)
Streamflow discharge was last observed at 77 cfs, and a gauge height of 4.74 feet.
With the
% decrease since yesterday,
the streamflow average over the past 10 days is 113 .
Weather today, Tomorrow,
The flow providers are primarily precipitation and groundwater, with potential tributaries including Finley Creek and Wilson Creek. The natural hydrology of this area is heavily influenced by the seasons, with peak flow occurring in the spring due to snowmelt and spring rainfall. Interestingly, the hydrology of the James River has been impacted by human activities such as damming and channelization. One notable dam on the river is the James River Power Plant Dam, which creates Lake Springfield. Overall, the James River is an important waterway in the region, providing recreational opportunities and serving as a source of drinking water for communities.
July 15, 2026
| Elevation | 1,147.0 ft |
| Last Updated | |
| Gage height, ft | 4.74 ft |
| Streamflow, ft³/s | 76.6 ft3/s |
| Percent of Normal | 178% |
| Year Over Year Average | 43 cfs |
| 24hr Flow Prediction | cfs |
| Maximum Recorded | 17,700 cfs |
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