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South Fabius River Flow Today

As of October 2, 2026 at 2:30 AM, the South Fabius River is flowing at 88 cfs near Taylor, MO — 599% of normal for the date and up 238% in 24 hours. ❤ Favorite

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1 1 reporting · upstream → down
South Fabius River Near Taylor: 599% of normal
Typical gauge
599% of normal for the date
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Biggest flow now
88cfs Taylor
Updated
Oct 2, 2:30 AM
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River briefing · Oct 2, 2026

South Fabius 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 Taylor, the South Fabius River is running 88 cfs — 599% of normal, up 238% since yesterday. Along the river, 1 of 1 reporting gauges are above normal (the typical gauge is at 599% of normal).

In the last 24 hours the river is rising at Taylor (+238%).

Headwaters to mouth

How the South Fabius 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

  1. Taylor510 ft 88 cfs599%

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 South Fabius River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (599%).

Typical gauge 599%
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South Fabius River flow report

1 gauge
Streamgage Streamflow % of normal 24h Gage height To flood stage Elevation
South Fabius River Near Taylor MO
Oct 2, 2:30 AM · USGS 05500000
88 cfs 599% +238% 2.21 ft 7.8 ft below 510 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.

Upstream storage

Dams & reservoirs on the South Fabius River

Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.

History

South Fabius 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).

About this river

South Fabius River

The South Fabius River is a tributary of the Fabius River in northeastern Missouri. The river is approximately 64 miles long and covers an area of 853 square miles. The South Fabius River is known for its rich history, dating back to the time of the Osage Indians. The river is a vital source of water for agriculture, and it is also used for recreational purposes such as fishing, hiking, and camping. There are several reservoirs and dams along the river, including the Hunnewell Lake Conservation Area, which provides ample opportunity for fishing, boating, and other water sports. The Mark Twain Lake is another major reservoir on the river, which is used for flood control, recreation, and water supply for nearby communities.

Around the river

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FAQ

About the South Fabius River

How is the South Fabius River flowing right now?

As of October 2, 2026, the South Fabius River is flowing at 88 cfs near Taylor, MO, about 599% of normal for the date. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.

Is the South Fabius River running high or low?

The typical gauge on the South Fabius River is at 599% 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 South Fabius River?

The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Taylor (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.

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