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
25 ft
Minor Flood
16 ft
Action Stage
10 ft
What Floods at Each Level
16 ft
Minor flooding occurs affecting mainly bottomland and surrounding low lying areas.
10 ft
Some lowland campgrounds may require evacuation.
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 30, 2017 | 37.13 ft | 126,000 cfs |
| Dec 2, 1982 | 35.77 ft | 155,000 cfs |
| Nov 14, 1993 | 34.5 ft | 130,000 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
PAZM7
River
St. Francis River
County
Wayne, MO
Coordinates
37.1944°N, 90.5033°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of St. Francis River at Patterson?
The St. Francis River at Patterson gauge is maintained by USGS (site 07037500) 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 St. Francis River at Patterson?
The NWS-defined flood stage for St. Francis River at Patterson is 16 feet. Action stage begins at 10 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 25 feet, and major flooding at 32 feet.
How do I get alerts when St. Francis River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add St. Francis River at Patterson 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 St. Francis River at Patterson gauge located?
The gauge is located in Wayne County, Missouri at coordinates 37.1944°N, 90.5033°W. USGS site number: 07037500. 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
- 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.