Major Flood
42 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
40 ft
Minor Flood
34 ft
Action Stage
28 ft
What Floods at Each Level
41 ft
Water approaches the federal complex at bannister road.
38 ft
Prospect Avenue and a few structures begin to flood along the left bank of the river.
34 ft
Woodlands along the river are flooded. Water may also approach flood stage at 71 highway and other downstream locations.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
Low-Water Impacts
2.5
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 12, 1961 | 44.46 ft | 41,000 cfs |
| Aug 22, 2017 | 42.2 ft | 43,900 cfs |
| May 14, 1990 | 40.64 ft | 31,800 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Blue River at Bannister Road?
The Blue River at Bannister Road gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06893500) 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 Blue River at Bannister Road?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Blue River at Bannister Road is 34 feet. Action stage begins at 28 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 40 feet, and major flooding at 42 feet.
How do I get alerts when Blue River rises?
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Where is the Blue River at Bannister Road gauge located?
The gauge is located in Jackson County, Missouri at coordinates 38.9570°N, 94.5589°W. USGS site number: 06893500. 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.