Missouri River near St. James
Nebraska — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Cedar County, Nebraska on the Missouri River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 06478523, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Major Flood
50 ft
Moderate Flood
48 ft
Minor Flood
45 ft
Action Stage
43 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
50 ft
Houses along Blue Ribbon Lane downstream of the gauge on the Nebraska side will begin flooding.
48 ft
Some cabins in and downstream of Brooky Bottom Park are flooded.
45 ft
The boat ramp and parking lot at Brooky Bottom Park begin to flood. Significant flooding of agricultural lands begins on the South Dakota side of the river, and water reaches into some yards on the Nebraska side.
43 ft
Minor flooding of agricultural land begins on the South Dakota side of the river.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 14, 2019 | 39.5 ft | — |
| Mar 14, 2019 | 39.5 ft | — |
| Jan 4, 2015 | 36.61 ft | — |
| Jan 4, 2015 | 36.61 ft | — |
| Sep 11, 2014 | 35.96 ft | -9,999 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Missouri River near St. James?
The Missouri River near St. James gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06478523) 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 near St. James?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Missouri River near St. James is 45 feet. Action stage begins at 43 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 48 feet, and major flooding at 50 feet.
How do I get alerts when Missouri River rises?
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Where is the Missouri River near St. James gauge located?
The gauge is located in Cedar County, Nebraska at coordinates 42.7611°N, 97.0819°W. USGS site number: 06478523. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
- Gauge reading affected by reservoir operations.