Missouri River At Kansas City, Mo Realtime Data
MISSOURI RIVER AT KANSAS CITY, MO
Realtime Data • Report • Conditions
73,900
Discharge (cfs)
15.4
Gauge Height (ft)
Streamflow discharge was last observed at 73,900 cfs, and a gauge height of 15.40 feet.
With the
% decrease since yesterday,
the streamflow average over the past 10 days is 49,880 .
Weather today, Tomorrow,
The primary sources of water in the Missouri River are snowmelt and precipitation from the Rocky Mountains. The river is regulated by a series of dams and reservoirs, including Gavins Point Dam and Fort Randall Dam. Seasonal trends show high flow during the spring and early summer due to snowmelt, with lower flows in the fall and winter. The river has experienced flooding in the past due to heavy rain and snowmelt. In 1993, the Missouri River at Kansas City reached a record-high stage of 48.3 feet, causing significant damage. Despite the potential for flooding, the Missouri River remains an essential source of water for agriculture, industry, and recreation.
September 20, 2026
| Elevation | 728.0 ft |
| Last Updated | |
| Gage height, ft | 15.4 ft |
| Streamflow, ft³/s | 73900.0 ft3/s |
| Percent of Normal | 157% |
| Year Over Year Average | 46,900 cfs |
| 24hr Flow Prediction | cfs |
| Maximum Recorded | 304,000 cfs |
Continue with Snoflo Premium