Total streamflow across the
Niangua River
was last observed at
321
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
636
acre-ft of water today; about 64%
of normal.
River levels are low and may signify a drought.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
498 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2015-12-27 when daily discharge volume was observed at
85,000 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Niangua River At Tunnel Dam Near Macks Creek
reporting a streamflow rate of 259 cfs.
This is also the highest stage along the Niangua River, with a gauge stage of
1.59 ft at this location.
This river is monitored from 2 different streamgauging stations along the Niangua River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 915 ft, the
Niangua River At Windyville.
The Niangua River is a tributary of the Osage River located in central Missouri, USA. Stretching for 125 miles, the river has a rich history dating back to the Osage Native Americans who once inhabited the area. The Niangua River is fed by numerous springs and has a steady flow rate, making it popular for recreational activities such as fishing, swimming, and canoeing. The river also has several popular reservoirs and dams, including the Lake of the Ozarks and the Harry S. Truman Dam, which provide hydroelectric power and regulate the river's flow. Additionally, the river is used for agricultural purposes, with many farmers irrigating their crops from its waters. The Niangua River is an important resource for the surrounding communities and is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts.
Windspeed
Humidity
Last Updated | 2024-07-26 |
Discharge Volume | 636 ACRE-FT |
Streamflow |
320.5 cfs
+139.5 cfs (+77.07%) |
Percent of Normal | 64.41% |
Maximum |
85,000.0 cfs
2015-12-27 |
Seasonal Avg | 498 cfs |
Streamgauge | Streamflow | Gauge Stage | 24hr Change (%) | % Normal | Minimum (cfs) | Maximum (cfs) | Air Temp | Elevation |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Niangua River At Windyville
USGS 06923250 |
75 cfs | 1.27 ft | -7.72 | |||||
Niangua River At Tunnel Dam Near Macks Creek
USGS 06923950 |
259 cfs | 1.59 ft | 148.73 |
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The Niangua River is a 125-mile-long (201 km) tributary of the Osage River in the Ozarks region of southern and central Missouri in the United States. Via the Osage and Missouri rivers it is part of the watershed of the Mississippi River.
Niangua River has the name of Niangua (or Nehemgar), an Indian tribal leader. The name is said to mean "bear".