Osage River

Streamflow Hydrology Weather


Osage River Levels

March 29 2024

29,157 ACRE-FT

Discharge Volume Today
+4250.0 cfs (+40.67%) since yesterday
40.23% of normal Very Low

Total streamflow across the Osage River was last observed at 14,700 cfs, and is expected to yield approximately 29,157 acre-ft of water today; about 40% of normal. River levels are low and may signify a drought. Average streamflow for this time of year is 36,540 cfs, with recent peaks last observed on 2015-12-30 when daily discharge volume was observed at 196,100 cfs.

Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the Osage River Near Bagnell reporting a streamflow rate of 14,700 cfs. This is also the highest stage along the Osage River, with a gauge stage of 9.23 ft at this location. This river is monitored from 2 different streamgauging stations along the Osage River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 558 ft, the Osage River Near Bagnell.

Last Updated 2024-03-28
Streamflow 14,700.0 cfs
Percent of Normal 40.23%
Maximum 196,100.0 cfs
2015-12-30

About the osage river


The Osage River is a significant waterway that flows through Missouri and Kansas, stretching over 500 miles. It has a rich history, serving as an important trade route for Native Americans, French explorers, and early American settlers. Today, the river is heavily managed for flood control, with several dams and reservoirs, including the Truman Dam and Lake of the Ozarks. These reservoirs provide hydroelectric power, recreation opportunities like fishing and boating, and are important for agricultural irrigation. The river's hydrology is heavily influenced by precipitation, with flooding being a common occurrence. Despite this, the Osage River remains an important natural resource for the communities and industries that rely on it.

Streamgauge Streamflow Gauge Stage 24hr Change (%) % Normal Minimum (cfs) Maximum (cfs) Air Temp Elevation
Osage River Near Bagnell
USGS 06926000
14700 cfs 9.23 ft 275
Osage River Below St. Thomas
USGS 06926510
12700 cfs 7.04 ft 94.49

Peak Annual Discharge

Osage River Maximum Total Discharge

Seasonal Comparison

Osage River Year Over Year Discharge


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