River MO IL

Big River

Missouri • 38.8498, -86.8745
Length
145 mi
234 km
Elevation
1,297′ → 410′
887 ft drop
Stream Order
6
Large River
Slope
0.12%
6.1 ft/mi
Drainage
965 mi²
2,501 km²
Avg Flow
983 cfs
2.1 mph velocity
Path to Mouth
1,323 mi
2,129 km to ocean
Classification
Headwater
Source Stream
Elevation Profile
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Water Level Gauges on Big River

There are 5 USGS water level monitoring stations on Big River providing real-time flow and stage data.

Access Sites on Big River

There are 6 boat ramps, launches, and public access points on Big River.