Maries River Flow Today
As of October 2, 2026 at 5:00 AM, the Maries River is flowing at 4.2 cfs at Westphalia, MO — 87% of normal for the date and up 31% in 24 hours. ❤ Favorite
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Maries 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 Westphalia, the Maries River is running 4.2 cfs — 87% of normal, up 31% since yesterday. Along the river, 1 of 1 reporting gauges are below normal (the typical gauge is at 87% of normal).
How the Maries 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
- Westphalia553 ft 4.2 cfs87%
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 Maries River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (87%).
Maries River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
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Maries River At Westphalia MO
Oct 2, 5:00 AM · USGS 06927000 |
4.2 cfs | 87% | +31% | 0.35 ft | 9.7 ft below | 553 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 Maries River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Maries 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).
Maries River
The Maries River is located in the central part of Missouri, USA, and spans over 180 miles. The river was named after the French Jesuit missionary, Jacques Marquette, who explored the area in the 17th century. The river's hydrology is influenced by its tributaries, including the Little Maries, the Gasconade, and the Osage rivers. The Bagnell Dam, constructed on the Osage River, has created the Lake of the Ozarks, which is an important reservoir for the region. The Maries River is primarily used for recreational activities, such as fishing, boating, and swimming. Additionally, the river is an important water source for agricultural irrigation in the surrounding areas. The Maries River has played a significant role in the history and development of Missouri, and continues to provide important resources for the state.
About the Maries River
How is the Maries River flowing right now?
As of October 2, 2026, the Maries River is flowing at 4.2 cfs at Westphalia, MO, about 87% of normal for the date. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Maries River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Maries River is at 87% 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 Maries River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Westphalia (10.0 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.