Major Flood
28 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
19 ft
Minor Flood
16 ft
Action Stage
14 ft
What Floods at Each Level
30.95 ft
this is the flood of record reached on April 12 1994.
27 ft
flood waters affect fields along the left bank at the gage site.
20 ft
flood waters affect low lying areas near the river including farmland along Highway N and between Highway W and Caplinger Mills. Cedar Creek...a tributary of the Sac River backwaters and floods portions of Highway 39 and south of Cedar Springs.
19 ft
moderate Flood Stage. Flood waters reach approximately three feet in depth at the Caplinger Mills Campground.
16 ft
minor Flooding occurs at the gage site. The campground at Caplinger Mills 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 11, 1994 | 30.95 ft | 61,500 cfs |
| Dec 28, 2015 | 30.83 ft | 49,600 cfs |
| Oct 1, 1986 | 30 ft | 60,000 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Sac River near Caplinger Mills?
The Sac River near Caplinger Mills gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06919900) 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 Sac River near Caplinger Mills?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Sac River near Caplinger Mills is 16 feet. Action stage begins at 14 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 19 feet, and major flooding at 28 feet.
How do I get alerts when Sac River rises?
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Where is the Sac River near Caplinger Mills gauge located?
The gauge is located in St. Clair County, Missouri at coordinates 37.8697°N, 93.8031°W. USGS site number: 06919900. 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.