Major Flood
28 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
20 ft
Minor Flood
17 ft
Action Stage
15 ft
What Floods at Each Level
28 ft
Approximate level of the one percent chance flood.
20 ft
Approximate level where waters impact the Highway B Bridge.
17 ft
Approximate level where flooding impacts low lying areas near the river.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 29, 1957 | 25 ft | — |
| Sep 13, 2008 | 24.38 ft | 38,800 cfs |
| Dec 2, 1982 | 23.65 ft | 49,300 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
HTGM7
River
Bourbeuse River
County
Phelps, MO
Coordinates
38.1469°N, 91.5809°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Bourbeuse River near High Gate?
The Bourbeuse River near High Gate gauge is maintained by USGS (site 07015720) 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 Bourbeuse River near High Gate?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Bourbeuse River near High Gate is 17 feet. Action stage begins at 15 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 20 feet, and major flooding at 28 feet.
How do I get alerts when Bourbeuse River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Bourbeuse River near High Gate 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 Bourbeuse River near High Gate gauge located?
The gauge is located in Phelps County, Missouri at coordinates 38.1469°N, 91.5809°W. USGS site number: 07015720. 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
- Gauge reading may be affected by ice.