Little Black River Flow Today
As of October 23, 2026 at 2:30 AM, the Little Black River is flowing at 49 cfs below Fairdealing, MO — 85% of normal for the date. ❤ Favorite
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Little Black 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 Fairdealing, the Little Black River is running 49 cfs — 85% of normal. Along the river, 1 of 1 reporting gauges are below normal (the typical gauge is at 85% of normal).
How the Little Black 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
- Fairdealing317 ft 49 cfs85%
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 Little Black River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (85%).
Little Black River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Little Black River Below Fairdealing MO
Oct 23, 2:30 AM · USGS 07068510 |
49 cfs | 85% | 0% | 2.54 ft | 317 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.
Little Black River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river (this total last updated earlier; the live gauge readings above are current).
Little Black River
The Little Black River is a river in Southeast Missouri that begins in Reynolds County and flows into Arkansas before joining the Black River. It is approximately 60 miles long and is known for its clear water and scenic beauty. Several reservoirs and dams have been constructed along the river, including the Clearwater Lake Dam and the Wappapello Dam, which have helped to control flooding and provide hydroelectric power. The river has also been used for recreational purposes, such as fishing and camping, and has been vital to the agricultural industry in the area, providing irrigation for crops. The river has played an important role in the history of the region, serving as a transportation route for early settlers and a source of inspiration for artists and writers.
About the Little Black River
How is the Little Black River flowing right now?
As of October 23, 2026, the Little Black River is flowing at 49 cfs below Fairdealing, MO, about 85% of normal for the date. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Little Black River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Little Black River is at 85% 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.
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.