Major Flood
37 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
29 ft
Minor Flood
24 ft
Action Stage
19 ft
What Floods at Each Level
37 ft
County Road 339 also known as Old U.S. Highway 65 is flooded about 0.2 miles north of the Blackwater River.
31 ft
The Missouri-Pacific railroad tracks are overtopped.
29 ft
Livestock in pastures along the river may be endangered. Extensive damage also occurs to cropland and pasture.
24 ft
Cropland and pastures along the river flood.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
Low-Water Impacts
6.5
River nears zero flow.
What happens as water levels drop, per the National Weather Service.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 2, 1986 | 41.53 ft | 44,800 cfs |
| May 17, 1990 | 36.25 ft | 31,000 cfs |
| May 19, 1995 | 35.36 ft | 20,700 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
BLVM7
River
Blackwater River
County
Saline, MO
Coordinates
38.9922°N, 93.1967°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Blackwater River near Blue Lick?
The Blackwater River near Blue Lick gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06908000) 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 Blackwater River near Blue Lick?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Blackwater River near Blue Lick is 24 feet. Action stage begins at 19 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 29 feet, and major flooding at 37 feet.
How do I get alerts when Blackwater River rises?
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Where is the Blackwater River near Blue Lick gauge located?
The gauge is located in Saline County, Missouri at coordinates 38.9922°N, 93.1967°W. USGS site number: 06908000. 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
- Stage may be affected by ice.
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 48 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.
- 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.