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Blackwater River

River

Live flow only — judge the water in person

Use caution

Live flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.

  • Streamflow 24 ft³/s
  • Gage height 7.10 ft

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge Blackwater River at Blue Lick, MO (4 mi away), as of Oct 20, 1:45 AM gauge-local time.

Why, sources & official advisories
  • Live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. — USGS gauge 06908000, as of Oct 20, 1:45 AM gauge-local time
  • Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Oct 20 (median 21 ft³/s over 99 years). — USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Oct 20, 1:45 AM gauge-local time

No official beach-advisory feed for Missouri yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.

Cool today

The Blackwater River is a 79.3-mile-long tributary of the Lamine River in west-central Missouri in the United States. Via the Lamine and Missouri rivers, it is part of the watershed of the Mississippi River. The Blackwater River was named from the character of its banks and water.

Weather at Blackwater River

50°F, Clear · H 73° / L 48° · 4% chance of rain
H: 73° L: 48°
Clear
Clear
50°
|
Feels like 47°
Precipitation
4%
Humidity
61%
Wind
6 mph
UV Index
0
12 AM
Clear
52°
3 AM
Clear
50°
6 AM
Clear
49°
9 AM
Sunny
55°
12 PM
Sunny
69°
3 PM
Sunny
73°
6 PM
Sunny
65°
9 PM
Clear
58°

Frequently asked questions

Where is Blackwater River?
Blackwater River is a river in Missouri.
Can you swim at Blackwater River?
Live flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. Checked October 20, 2026.
How is Blackwater River rated?
Blackwater River in Missouri has an average visitor rating of 4.5 out of 5, based on 40 reviews.

Location & Contact

Missouri

Missouri None

🌊 Best times & visiting tips
  • ›Check water levels and current conditions before visiting
  • ›Wear life jackets when on the water
  • ›Be aware of rapids and potential hazards
  • ›Respect private property along riverbanks
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