Major Flood
31 ft
Current Water Level
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Streamflow
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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
25 ft
Minor Flood
22 ft
Action Stage
17 ft
What Floods at Each Level
31 ft
Extensive flooding of rural property and many roads occurs.
25 ft
County Highway E near Valley City and Highway 23 near the Perry State Wildlife Area are under water.
22 ft
Woodlands and farm fields along the river begin to flood.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
Low-Water Impacts
3.0
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 31, 2020 | 34.31 ft | — |
| Aug 6, 2017 | 33.83 ft | 26,400 cfs |
| Apr 3, 2014 | 33.62 ft | 25,800 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
VLYM7
River
Blackwater River
County
Johnson, MO
Coordinates
38.8700°N, 93.6219°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Blackwater River near Valley City?
The Blackwater River near Valley City gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06907700) 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 Valley City?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Blackwater River near Valley City is 22 feet. Action stage begins at 17 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 25 feet, and major flooding at 31 feet.
How do I get alerts when Blackwater River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Blackwater River near Valley City to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category.
Where is the Blackwater River near Valley City gauge located?
The gauge is located in Johnson County, Missouri at coordinates 38.8700°N, 93.6219°W. USGS site number: 06907700. 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.