Bourbeuse River Flow Today
As of October 4, 2026 at 2:30 AM, the Bourbeuse River is flowing at 79 cfs at Union, MO — 120% of normal for the date and down 6% in 24 hours. 2 of 2 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 0.8 to 79 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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Bourbeuse River conditions today
Where the river is running versus normal, what’s rising or dropping, and what it means for a trip — built from the live USGS readings below.
At Union, the Bourbeuse River is running 79 cfs — 120% of normal, down 6% since yesterday. Along the river, 1 of 2 reporting gauges are below normal (the typical gauge is at 92% of normal).
How the Bourbeuse River compares to normal
Every reporting gauge from the top of the river to the bottom: bar length is today’s flow, colour is percent of normal for the date.
Flow along the river, upstream to downstream
- High Gate815 ft 0.8 cfs65%
- Union523 ft 79 cfs120%
Bar length uses a square-root scale so small headwater flows stay visible next to big downstream ones. Colour: <50% 50–90 90–110 110–150 150%+ of normal.
Where every gauge sits
One dot per Bourbeuse River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (92%).
Bourbeuse River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Bourbeuse River Near High Gate MO
Oct 4, 2:00 AM · USGS 07015720 |
0.8 cfs | 65% | -9% | 3.29 ft | 13.7 ft below | 815 ft |
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Bourbeuse River At Union MO
Oct 4, 2:30 AM · USGS 07016500 |
79 cfs | 120% | -6% | 3.12 ft | 11.9 ft below | 523 ft |
USGS provisional data. Readings are in each gauge’s local time; gauges silent for more than 3 days are marked “Last reported”. Tap any gauge for its hydrograph, forecast and history.
Dams & reservoirs on the Bourbeuse River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Bourbeuse River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
Bourbeuse River
The Bourbeuse River is a 147-mile-long river in Missouri, USA. It is a tributary of the Meramec River and flows through several counties, including Gasconade, Crawford, Franklin, and Phelps. The river was named after the French word "bourbeux," which means muddy, due to its silt-laden waters. The river was an important transportation route in the 19th century, with steamboats traveling up and down the river. Today, the river is used for recreational activities such as fishing, canoeing, and camping, and is also used for agricultural purposes. The river has several reservoirs and dams, including the Union and Meramec Dams, which provide hydroelectric power and help regulate the river flow. Despite several efforts to improve water quality, the river still faces challenges from pollution and sedimentation.
Fishing near the Bourbeuse River
About the Bourbeuse River
How is the Bourbeuse River flowing right now?
As of October 4, 2026, the Bourbeuse River is flowing at 79 cfs at Union, MO, about 120% of normal for the date. Across its 2 USGS gauges, current flows range from 0.8 to 79 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Bourbeuse River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Bourbeuse River is at 92% of normal for the date. Above 100% means higher than the historical average for this calendar day; below 100% means lower. The profile above shows which reaches are high or low.
What is flood stage on the Bourbeuse River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for High Gate (17.0 ft), Union (15.0 ft). The table shows how far each gauge is below its flood stage right now.
Where does the data come from?
Discharge and gage height are from the USGS National Water Information System; flood stages from the National Weather Service. The history chart sums every monitored gauge on the river.
Can I get alerts for a gauge?
Yes — open any gauge from the table, favorite it in the Snoflo app and set a flow threshold.