Major Flood
22 ft
Current Water Level
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FLOOD STAGES
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Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
18 ft
Minor Flood
13 ft
Action Stage
10 ft
What Floods at Each Level
28 ft
Much of Jefferson Street is flooded along with structures along Willow Street and West Water Street.
24 ft
Water begins to flood State Highway 142 and impacts structures along Washington Street.
22 ft
Water flows across State Highway Y and impacts structures along Ripley Y-1.
18 ft
Water begins to flood homes in Doniphan and water reaches County Road 142.
17 ft
Water flows across Jefferson Street and elevated homes are surrounded by water along River Valley Road and County Road 21.
15 ft
Much of County Road 142E is impacted by flooding.
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 1, 2017 | 33.13 ft | 168,386 cfs |
| Feb 29, 1904 | 26.8 ft | — |
| Dec 2, 1982 | 25.49 ft | 122,000 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Current River at Doniphan?
The Current River at Doniphan gauge is maintained by USGS (site 07068000) 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 Current River at Doniphan?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Current River at Doniphan is 13 feet. Action stage begins at 10 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 18 feet, and major flooding at 22 feet.
How do I get alerts when Current River rises?
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Where is the Current River at Doniphan gauge located?
The gauge is located in Ripley County, Missouri at coordinates 36.6219°N, 90.8475°W. USGS site number: 07068000. 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
- 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.