Major Flood
29 ft
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: MIAM7). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
28 ft
Minor Flood
18 ft
Action Stage
15 ft
What Floods at Each Level
29 ft
Levees are overtopped. Farmland, homesteads, along with primary and secondary roads behind levees are flooded. State Highway 41 north of Miami is flooded. In addition, the Missouri River backs up Baker's ditch and floods 24 Highway about 1 mile northeast of De Witt.
28 ft
Agricultural levees may be overtopped. Flooding of farmland, homes, and secondary roads behind levees is possible.
18 ft
Low-lying rural areas outside of levees begin to flood.
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 29, 1993 | 32.6 ft | -9,999 cfs |
| Jun 1, 2019 | 31.53 ft | — |
| Mar 25, 2019 | 29.6 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
MIAM7
River
Missouri River
County
Saline, MO
Coordinates
39.3283°N, 93.2247°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Missouri River at Miami?
The Missouri River at Miami gauge is maintained by USGS 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 Miami?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Missouri River at Miami is 18 feet. Action stage begins at 15 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 28 feet, and major flooding at 29 feet.
How do I get alerts when Missouri River rises?
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Where is the Missouri River at Miami gauge located?
The gauge is located in Saline County, Missouri at coordinates 39.3283°N, 93.2247°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
- 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.