Major Flood
16 ft
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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
12 ft
Minor Flood
9 ft
Action Stage
5.3 ft
What Floods at Each Level
23.29 ft
this is the record level reached on April 30, 2017. Portions of Highway 106 flood near the gage site.
21.97 ft
this is the flood level which occurred on November 14th 1993.
20 ft
water reaches the river gage and bottom of the Highway 106 bridge. Buildings near the gage site including Harvey's Canoe rental become inundated with several feet of water.
16 ft
major flooding occurs at the gage site. Lower portions of Highway 106 flood.
13 ft
the Alley Spring Campground is completely flooded.
12 ft
moderate flooding begins at the gage site. Water inundates the entire picnic area one quarter mile downstream from the gage site.
11 ft
much of Alley Spring Campground floods. Water flows through Alley Spring Campground and isolates the 200 Area Camp Sites.
9 ft
water impacts Alley Spring Campground. Water is one foot in depth at the 600, 800 and 900 loop camp sites.
8 ft
water begins to impact the 600, 800 and 900 loop sites of Alley Spring Campground one quarter mile upstream from the gage site.
5.3 ft
floating access to the Jacks Fork at Alley Spring is closed.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 29, 2017 | 23.29 ft | 92,400 cfs |
| Nov 13, 1993 | 21.97 ft | 48,700 cfs |
| Feb 6, 1999 | 18.54 ft | 24,000 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Jacks Fork at Alley Spring?
The Jacks Fork at Alley Spring gauge is maintained by USGS (site 07065495) 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 Jacks Fork at Alley Spring?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Jacks Fork at Alley Spring is 9 feet. Action stage begins at 5.3 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 12 feet, and major flooding at 16 feet.
How do I get alerts when Jacks Fork rises?
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Where is the Jacks Fork at Alley Spring gauge located?
The gauge is located in Shannon County, Missouri at coordinates 37.1482°N, 91.4431°W. USGS site number: 07065495. 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.