Major Flood
21 ft
Current Water Level
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FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
19 ft
Minor Flood
16 ft
Action Stage
12 ft
What Floods at Each Level
18 ft
U.S. Highway 60 begins to flood heading toward Baskey.
17 ft
Farmland south of Poplar Bluff floods.
16 ft
Minor flooding occurs affecting mainly bottomland and surrounding low lying areas. If the water continues to rise, Hillcrest Park will be affected.
13 ft
The Black River enters the Palmer Slough flood plain.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 19, 2008 | 22.15 ft | 81,148 cfs |
| May 1, 2017 | 21.96 ft | 27,727 cfs |
| Dec 3, 1982 | 21.68 ft | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Black River at Poplar Bluff?
The Black River at Poplar Bluff gauge is maintained by USGS (site 07063000) and reports water levels every 15 minutes. Visit this page to see the latest reading updated live, or download StormCast to get push alerts when levels rise.
What is flood stage for Black River at Poplar Bluff?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Black River at Poplar Bluff is 16 feet. Action stage begins at 12 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 19 feet, and major flooding at 21 feet.
How do I get alerts when Black River rises?
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Where is the Black River at Poplar Bluff gauge located?
The gauge is located in Butler County, Missouri at coordinates 36.7597°N, 90.3881°W. USGS site number: 07063000. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 24 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.