Action Stage
5.5 ft
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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.
What Floods at Each Level
12.5 ft
Most of the eastern campground is flooded at this height.
10 ft
Five to six campsites are flooded in the eastern campground of Maramec Spring Park.
7 ft
About two hours after this stage is reached, the campgrounds at Maramec Spring Park begin flooding.
5.5 ft
The lower portion of Meramac Springs State Park begin flooding at this level.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 5, 2024 | 19.15 ft | 49,700 cfs |
| Feb 9, 1966 | 17.74 ft | 34,900 cfs |
| Jan 28, 1969 | 16.87 ft | 28,900 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
CSNM7
River
Meramec River
County
Crawford, MO
Coordinates
37.8292°N, 91.4375°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Meramec River near Cook Station?
The Meramec River near Cook Station gauge is maintained by USGS (site 07010350) 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 Meramec River near Cook Station?
This gauge has NWS-defined flood categories. Check the flood stages section above for current thresholds.
How do I get alerts when Meramec River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Meramec River near Cook Station to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category.
Where is the Meramec River near Cook Station gauge located?
The gauge is located in Crawford County, Missouri at coordinates 37.8292°N, 91.4375°W. USGS site number: 07010350. 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