Major Flood
18 ft
Current Water Level
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FLOOD STAGES
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Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
16 ft
Minor Flood
11.5 ft
Action Stage
7 ft
What Floods at Each Level
23.39 ft
this is the record crest set on December 28, 2015. Widespread flooding occurs in the floodplain along the river.
22.96 ft
this is the crest set on April 29, 2017. Widespread flooding occurs in the floodplain along the river.
22 ft
flooding occurs at Reddings Mill Water Treatment Plant.
18 ft
major Flood Stage. Castle Drive on the southwest side of Shoal Creek across from the gage site floods.
17.8 ft
flooding occurs on Castle Drive on the southwest side of Shoal Creek across from the gage site.
16.5 ft
the Jackson Street Low Water Bridge at Glendale Road near I-44 floods and becomes impassable.
16 ft
Moderate flooding begins at this site. Portions of Shoal Creek Estates Flood.
15 ft
portions of Shoal Cliff Drive flood.
14.5 ft
back up of water occurs on Silver Creek and floods low lying roadways near the confluence with Shoal Creek.
14 ft
flood waters innundate Wildcat State Park.
13 ft
Riverside Campground downstream from the gage near Coyote Drive and McClelland Boulevard floods.
11.5 ft
flood stage beginning January 31, 2018. River Road near Shoal Creek Estates floods.
7 ft
low lying areas in the Wildcat Park Access Area downstream from the gage 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 18, 1941 | 28 ft | 54,000 cfs |
| Dec 27, 2015 | 23.39 ft | 56,100 cfs |
| Apr 29, 2017 | 22.96 ft | 56,100 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
JOPM7
River
Shoal Creek (MO)
County
Newton, MO
Coordinates
37.0206°N, 94.5138°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Shoal Creek (MO) near Joplin?
The Shoal Creek (MO) near Joplin gauge is maintained by USGS (site 07187000) 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 Shoal Creek (MO) near Joplin?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Shoal Creek (MO) near Joplin is 11.5 feet. Action stage begins at 7 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 16 feet, and major flooding at 18 feet.
How do I get alerts when Shoal Creek (MO) rises?
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Where is the Shoal Creek (MO) near Joplin gauge located?
The gauge is located in Newton County, Missouri at coordinates 37.0206°N, 94.5138°W. USGS site number: 07187000. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
On This River
Downstream: Spring River near Baxter Springs
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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.