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South Grand River Flow Today

As of October 23, 2026 at 2:30 AM, the South Grand River is flowing at 6.5 cfs at Archie, MO — 141% of normal for the date and down 13% in 24 hours. 1 of 2 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days. ❤ Favorite

USGS gauges
2 1 reporting · upstream → down
South Grand River At Archie: 141% of normal
Typical gauge
141% of normal for the date
0%normal200%
Biggest flow now
6.5cfs Archie
Updated
Oct 23, 2:30 AM
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River briefing · Oct 23, 2026

South Grand 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 Archie, the South Grand River is running 6.5 cfs — 141% of normal, down 13% since yesterday. Along the river, 1 of 1 reporting gauges are above normal (the typical gauge is at 141% of normal).

In the last 24 hours the river is dropping at Archie (-13%).

Headwaters to mouth

How the South Grand 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. Archie773 ft 6.5 cfs141%

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 Grand River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (141%).

Typical gauge 141%
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South Grand River flow report

2 gauges
Streamgage Streamflow % of normal 24h Gage height To flood stage Elevation
South Grand River At Archie MO
Oct 23, 2:30 AM · USGS 06921590
6.5 cfs 141% -13% 5.33 ft · 773 ft
South Grand River At Urich MO
Last reported Oct 16 · USGS 06921600
47 cfs · · 2.31 ft flood 24.0 ft 744 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.

History

South Grand River streamflow over time

Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river (this total last updated 2026-10-16; the live gauge readings above are current).

Maximum streamflow by year

About this river

South Grand River

The South Grand River is a major tributary of the Osage River in Missouri, USA. It stretches over 125 miles and is known for its rich history and diverse hydrology. The river flows through several counties and has been used for various recreational and agricultural purposes over the years. It is home to multiple reservoirs and dams, including the Harry S. Truman Dam and Reservoir, which was built in the 1970s for flood control, hydroelectric power generation, and recreation. The Pomme de Terre Lake is also located on the South Grand River and serves as a popular destination for fishing, boating, and camping. The river has played an important role in the state's history, serving as a source of transportation and commerce for early settlers. Today, it continues to support various agricultural communities and serve as a significant resource for outdoor enthusiasts.

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About the South Grand River

How is the South Grand River flowing right now?

As of October 23, 2026, the South Grand River is flowing at 6.5 cfs at Archie, MO, about 141% of normal for the date. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.

Is the South Grand River running high or low?

The typical gauge on the South Grand River is at 141% 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 Grand River?

The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Urich (24.0 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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