Little Osage River at Horton
Missouri — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Vernon County, Missouri on the Little Osage River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 06917060, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Major Flood
50 ft
24,300 cfs
Moderate Flood
45 ft
7,370 cfs
Minor Flood
41 ft
2,720 cfs
Action Stage
39 ft
1,153 cfs
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
59.4 ft
the is the record stage level reached on October 4, 1986.
59 ft
flood waters overtop the Interstate 49, former U.S Highway 71, bridge at the gage site.
55 ft
flood waters reach within four feet of flowing over Interstate 49...former U.S. Highway 71...north of Horton at the gage site. In addition...flood waters begin to impact portions of Interstate 49 southbound lane...near the Douglas Branch and Marmaton River junction.
53 ft
flood waters reach the bottom portion of the I-Beam along the U.S. Highway 71 bridge at the gage site, north of Horton.
50 ft
major flooding occurs at the gage site. Flood waters are within two feet of the Old U.S. Highway 71 bridge south of Horton. Some homes near the Little Osage River flood due to backwater effects from tributaries of the Little Osage River along Interstate 49. In addition, low areas along the Little Osage River near Metz and Stotesbury, or on Route V and Route WW are impassable.
48 ft
flood waters impact county roads west of Interstate 49, along the Little Osage River. Especially, low areas along Route D, Route V, and Route WW, or near the communities of Stotesbury and Metz are affected by flood waters.
45 ft
moderate flooding occurs at the gage site. Low lying areas along Route D near Stotesbury flood.
41 ft
minor flooding affects low lying areas near the gage site and farmland along the river.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 3, 1986 | 59.4 ft | — |
| Oct 3, 1986 | 59.4 ft | — |
| Jul 1, 2007 | 53.37 ft | 48,400 cfs |
| Jul 1, 2007 | 53.37 ft | 48,400 cfs |
| Apr 12, 1994 | 51.8 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
HTNM7
River
Little Osage River
County
Vernon, MO
Coordinates
37.9947°N, 94.3694°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Little Osage River at Horton?
The Little Osage River at Horton gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06917060) 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 Little Osage River at Horton?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Little Osage River at Horton is 41 feet. Action stage begins at 39 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 45 feet, and major flooding at 50 feet.
How do I get alerts when Little Osage River rises?
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Where is the Little Osage River at Horton gauge located?
The gauge is located in Vernon County, Missouri at coordinates 37.9947°N, 94.3694°W. USGS site number: 06917060. 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.