Major Flood
20 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
15 ft
Minor Flood
12 ft
Action Stage
8 ft
What Floods at Each Level
22 ft
River levels reach the bottom of the bridge deck of the bridge on Campbell Avenue, downstream from the gage site.
21.55 ft
Approximate level of the one percent chance flood.
20.92 ft
This is the level reached on April 30, 2017.
20 ft
Flood waters impact the north-bound Highway 65 off-ramp to James River Freeway (Highway 60).
15 ft
Flood waters cover Kisner Road and South Farm Road 193 near the gage site.
12 ft
Flood waters cover portions of South Farm Road 193 three tenths of a mile upstream from the gage on the west side of the river.
8 ft
River levels approach portions of South Farm Road 193 upstream from the gage site.
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 19, 2015 | 22.2 ft | 88,305 cfs |
| Jun 30, 1909 | 22 ft | 62,000 cfs |
| Apr 30, 2017 | 20.9 ft | 41,100 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
SGFM7
River
James River (MO)
County
Greene, MO
Coordinates
37.1500°N, 93.2034°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of James River (MO) near Springfield?
The James River (MO) near Springfield gauge is maintained by USGS (site 07050700) 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 James River (MO) near Springfield?
The NWS-defined flood stage for James River (MO) near Springfield is 12 feet. Action stage begins at 8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 15 feet, and major flooding at 20 feet.
How do I get alerts when James River (MO) rises?
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Where is the James River (MO) near Springfield gauge located?
The gauge is located in Greene County, Missouri at coordinates 37.1500°N, 93.2034°W. USGS site number: 07050700. 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.