River stage
Blackwater River (MO)
- River level
- Normal
- Status
- Below flood stage
Latest readings 2026-10-13 | NWS · USGS
- Gauges reporting
- 2 of 2
- Above flood stage
- 0
- Above action stage
- 0
- Overall
- Below flood stage
- Publisher
- NWS · USGS
In brief
On Oct 13, 2026, 2 of 2 gauges on the Blackwater River (MO) reported, and none was above flood stage.
Source: National Weather Service and USGS gauges
Blackwater River levels, gauge by gauge
The Blackwater River is measured at 2 gauges. Flood stages are set per gauge, so the same river is "high" at one town and normal at the next.
| Location | Level | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Blue Lick | 6.82 ft | normal, falling |
| Valley City | 2.24 ft | normal, steady |
Recent levels on the Blackwater River
The gauge with the fullest recent record on this river is Blue Lick, MO, with 122 days of readings.
Other rivers nearby
- Blackwater River (AL, FL) different river, same name
- Blackwater River (VA) different river, same name
- Blackwater River (Rocky Mount, VA) different river, same name
- Blackwater River (WV) different river, same name
- Big Creek (MO) 1 gauge
- Blue River (KS, MO) 5 gauges
- Grand River (MO) 4 gauges
- Cedar Creek (MO) 1 gauge
Frequently asked questions
Is the Blackwater River flooding right now?
No. Every one of the 2 reporting gauges on the Blackwater River is below flood stage as of 2026-10-13.
How high is the Blackwater River?
The river is measured at several points and each reads a different height. Blue Lick is at 6.82 ft; Valley City is at 2.24 ft.
Where is the Blackwater River measured?
The National Weather Service and USGS operate 2 gauges on the Blackwater River in Missouri.
What does flood stage mean?
Flood stage is the height at which a river begins to cause problems at that specific location. It is set per gauge, so the same river can be above flood stage in one town and normal a few miles downstream. Action stage is the lower level at which forecasters start watching closely.
River stages and flood categories from the NOAA National Weather Service; daily history from the U.S. Geological Survey. For flood safety decisions always follow official National Weather Service warnings.