Gasconade River Flow Today
As of October 2, 2026 at 4:30 AM, the Gasconade River is flowing at 523 cfs near Rich Fountain, MO — 67% of normal for the date and down 1% in 24 hours. 3 of 3 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 53 to 523 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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Gasconade 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 Rich Fountain, the Gasconade River is running 523 cfs — 67% of normal, down 1% since yesterday. Along the river, 3 of 3 reporting gauges are below normal (the typical gauge is at 67% of normal).
Paddlers: 0 of 1 runs on the Gasconade River with a live range are in range, 1 too low.
How the Gasconade 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
- Hazelgreen845 ft 53 cfs41%
- Jerome663 ft 455 cfs68%
- Rich Fountain557 ft 523 cfs67%
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 Gasconade River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (67%).
Gasconade River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Gasconade River Near Hazelgreen MO
Oct 2, 5:15 AM · USGS 06928000 |
53 cfs | 41% | 0% | 0.26 ft | 20.7 ft below | 845 ft |
|
Gasconade River At Jerome MO
Oct 2, 4:45 AM · USGS 06933500 |
455 cfs | 68% | +1% | 1.21 ft | 13.8 ft below | 663 ft |
|
Gasconade River Near Rich Fountain MO
Oct 2, 4:30 AM · USGS 06934000 |
523 cfs | 67% | -1% | 2.06 ft | 17.9 ft below | 557 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.
Paddle runs on the Gasconade River
Each run is checked against its runnable range using the gauge it is keyed to (or the nearest gauge on this river).
| Run | Status | Flow now | Runnable range | Class |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| County Highway O, Laclede, County, Missouri To Ozark Spring Gauge: Hazelgreen |
Too low | 53 cfs | 530–10,608 cfs typical | II–III |
Dams & reservoirs on the Gasconade River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Gasconade River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
Gasconade River
The Gasconade River is a 280-mile-long river in central Missouri, USA. It was named after the Gasconade people who originally lived in the area. The river is a popular destination for fishing, canoeing, and camping. The hydrology of the Gasconade River is characterized by seasonal variations in flow, with high levels during spring and summer due to snowmelt and precipitation. The river has four main reservoirs/dams: Bagnell Dam, Harry S. Truman Dam, Pomme de Terre Dam, and Lake of the Ozarks Dam. These dams provide flood control, power generation, and recreational opportunities. The Gasconade River watershed is also an important agricultural area, with corn, soybeans, and livestock being the primary agricultural products.
About the Gasconade River
How is the Gasconade River flowing right now?
As of October 2, 2026, the Gasconade River is flowing at 523 cfs near Rich Fountain, MO, about 67% of normal for the date. Across its 3 USGS gauges, current flows range from 53 to 523 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Gasconade River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Gasconade River is at 67% 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 Gasconade River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Hazelgreen (21.0 ft), Jerome (15.0 ft), Rich Fountain (20.0 ft). The table shows how far each gauge is below its flood stage right now.
Is the Gasconade River runnable for paddling today?
Each run in the paddle table is checked against its runnable range using its gauge's live flow.
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.