Missouri · Unknown Co.
Black River
· 224 mi · Class
Optimal: 725–2200 CFS · USGS #07063000
662CFS
0.70 ft gauge height
Below Optimal→Stable
Avg flow: 1,451 cfsHist. median: 0 cfsUSGS #07063000
Designated Water Trail · State
About
Flowing 224 miles through a designated water trail system, the Black River maintains an average flow of 1,451 CFS with optimal paddling conditions between 725 and 2,200 CFS. The river divides into two distinct characters above and below Clearwater Lake, with USGS gauge 07063000 providing flow data for trip planning. State designation as a water trail provides coordinated access and camping infrastructure along the corridor.
Solunar Fishing Activity
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Waxing Crescent
15% illumination
Poor
★ Moon overhead
9:33 AM
Moonrise
2:16 PM
Moonset
4:49 AM
★ Moon underfoot
9:33 PM
Next full moon: May 3111 days
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Data Quality
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