Major Flood
32 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
27 ft
Minor Flood
25 ft
Action Stage
22 ft
What Floods at Each Level
32 ft
Highways and gravel roads in low-lying areas near Glasgow are under water, including State Highway 240 west of Glasgow. The city park in Glasgow also begins to flood.
27 ft
Many agricultural levees are overtopped. Widespread flooding of rural areas occurs. Secondary roads and homes behind levees may be inundated.
25 ft
Farmland along the river floods.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 28, 1993 | 39.5 ft | — |
| Jul 12, 1993 | 37.4 ft | — |
| May 29, 2019 | 37.35 ft | 367,000 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Missouri River at Glasgow?
The Missouri River at Glasgow gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06906500) 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 Missouri River at Glasgow?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Missouri River at Glasgow is 25 feet. Action stage begins at 22 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 27 feet, and major flooding at 32 feet.
How do I get alerts when Missouri River rises?
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Where is the Missouri River at Glasgow gauge located?
The gauge is located in Howard County, Missouri at coordinates 39.2222°N, 92.8486°W. USGS site number: 06906500. 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
- Stage may be affected by ice.
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 48 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 24 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.