Major Flood
27 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
23 ft
Minor Flood
21 ft
Action Stage
19 ft
What Floods at Each Level
34.4 ft
The Highway C bridge roadway surface begins flooding at this height.
26.33 ft
Much of the agricultural field is along the left bank upstream of the Highway C bridge is surrounded by floodwaters at this height.
22.9 ft
Low spot on Highway C. Water begins covering the highway just south of the bridge.
21 ft
Agricultural fields begin flooding along the left bank upstream of the bridge. Height estimated.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 13, 1993 | 36.1 ft | 161,000 cfs |
| Apr 30, 2017 | 33.42 ft | 110,000 cfs |
| Mar 19, 2008 | 28.93 ft | 69,000 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
SAZM7
River
St. Francis River
County
Madison, MO
Coordinates
37.3844°N, 90.4739°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of St. Francis River near Saco?
The St. Francis River near Saco gauge is maintained by USGS (site 07036100) 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 near Saco?
The NWS-defined flood stage for St. Francis River near Saco is 21 feet. Action stage begins at 19 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 23 feet, and major flooding at 27 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 near Saco 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 near Saco gauge located?
The gauge is located in Madison County, Missouri at coordinates 37.3844°N, 90.4739°W. USGS site number: 07036100. 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