Major Flood
30 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
25 ft
Minor Flood
15 ft
Action Stage
13 ft
What Floods at Each Level
35.06 ft
this is the record level reached on May 1, 2017. Water reaches the residences near the gage site.
31.92 ft
this is the crest level from December 29, 2015.
31.81 ft
this is the level reached on August 7, 2013. The Missouri Department of Conservation area immediately downstream was under approximately 10 feet of water.
31.52 ft
approximate level of the 1 percent chance flood.
31.34 ft
this is the crest reached on December 5 1982.
30 ft
major flooding begins at the gage site. Flood waters impact residences near the gage site. Interstate 44 floods between mile markers 172 and 186.
29.3 ft
flooding occurs on Interstate 44 and will be closed between mile markers 173.6 and 173.8.
29 ft
water begins to flood Interstate 44.
27 ft
flood waters reach the SL and SF Railroad main line near Jerome.
25 ft
moderate flood stage. Flood waters inundate the lower backyard area of residences near the gage site.
23 ft
back water from the Little Piney Creek begins to affect river stages on the Gasconade river at Jerome.
20.5 ft
flood waters begin to impact the steel residential fence line at the gage site.
19 ft
flood waters begin to overflow the left bank at the gage site.
18.5 ft
flood waters affect low lying residential areas.
15 ft
minor flooding occurs near the gage site. Flood waters reach the lower edge of the concrete building where the gage equipment is located.
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 | 35.06 ft | 197,000 cfs |
| Dec 29, 2015 | 31.92 ft | 140,000 cfs |
| Aug 7, 2013 | 31.81 ft | 138,000 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
JRMM7
River
Gasconade River
County
Phelps, MO
Coordinates
37.9300°N, 91.9772°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Gasconade River at Jerome?
The Gasconade River at Jerome gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06933500) 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 Gasconade River at Jerome?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Gasconade River at Jerome is 15 feet. Action stage begins at 13 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 25 feet, and major flooding at 30 feet.
How do I get alerts when Gasconade River rises?
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Where is the Gasconade River at Jerome gauge located?
The gauge is located in Phelps County, Missouri at coordinates 37.9300°N, 91.9772°W. USGS site number: 06933500. 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.