River IA MO

Chariton River

Iowa • 40.6347, -92.8908
Length
218 mi
351 km
Elevation
1,088′ → 620′
468 ft drop
Stream Order
6
Large River
Slope
0.04%
2.1 ft/mi
Drainage
2,258 mi²
5,849 km²
Avg Flow
1,852 cfs
2.3 mph velocity
Path to Mouth
1,633 mi
2,628 km to ocean
Classification
Headwater
Source Stream
Elevation Profile
Water Quality

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Water Level Gauges on Chariton River

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

Access Sites on Chariton River

There are 17 boat ramps, launches, and public access points on Chariton River.