Major Flood
26 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
23 ft
Minor Flood
20 ft
Action Stage
15 ft
What Floods at Each Level
30 ft
State Highway 6 near Novinger floods.
23 ft
Moderate flooding of farmland occurs.
20 ft
Farm fields along the river begin to flood.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| May 31, 1917 | 28.6 ft | — |
| Jun 6, 1947 | 28.5 ft | — |
| Jul 24, 2008 | 28.44 ft | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Chariton River near Novinger?
The Chariton River near Novinger gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06904500) 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 Chariton River near Novinger?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Chariton River near Novinger is 20 feet. Action stage begins at 15 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 23 feet, and major flooding at 26 feet.
How do I get alerts when Chariton River rises?
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Where is the Chariton River near Novinger gauge located?
The gauge is located in Adair County, Missouri at coordinates 40.2343°N, 92.6864°W. USGS site number: 06904500. 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.