River stage
James River (MO)
- River level
- Normal
- Status
- Below flood stage
Latest readings 2026-10-13 | NWS · USGS
- Gauges reporting
- 3 of 3
- Above flood stage
- 0
- Above action stage
- 0
- Overall
- Below flood stage
- Publisher
- NWS · USGS
In brief
On Oct 13, 2026, 3 of 3 gauges on the James River (MO) reported, and none was above flood stage.
Source: National Weather Service and USGS gauges
James River levels, gauge by gauge
The James River is measured at 3 gauges. Flood stages are set per gauge, so the same river is "high" at one town and normal at the next.
| Location | Level | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Boaz | 2.29 ft | normal, steady |
| Galena | 3.72 ft | normal, steady |
| Springfield | 3.66 ft | normal, steady |
Recent levels on the James River
The gauge with the fullest recent record on this river is Boaz, MO, with 122 days of readings.
Other rivers nearby
- James River (ND, SD) different river, same name
- James River (VA) different river, same name
- Bull Creek (MO) 1 gauge
- Beaver Creek (MO) 1 gauge
- Roaring River (MO) 1 gauge
- Big Sugar Creek 1 gauge
- Sac River 5 gauges
- Bennett Spring 1 gauge
Frequently asked questions
Is the James River flooding right now?
No. Every one of the 3 reporting gauges on the James River is below flood stage as of 2026-10-13.
How high is the James River?
The river is measured at several points and each reads a different height. Boaz is at 2.29 ft; Galena is at 3.72 ft; Springfield is at 3.66 ft.
Where is the James River measured?
The National Weather Service and USGS operate 3 gauges on the James 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.