Hazel Creek Water Level

Q: What is the water level of Hazel Creek today?

Hazel Creek water levels are measured at USGS gauge Chariton River at Novinger, MO; the current gauge height updates on this page throughout the day, alongside a 30-day trend.

Q: Is Hazel Creek high or low right now?

This page compares the current reading against the trailing 30-day average and range for Hazel Creek — above the average means higher water than usual, below means lower.

Live gauge height for Hazel Creek, measured at USGS station Chariton River at Novinger, MO (5.1 mi from the nearest mapped ramp).

Current gauge height

2.86 ft

Updated 54 min ago

vs. 30-day average

+0.38 ft

30-day avg: 2.48 ft

Streamflow

807 cfs

30-Day Water Level Trend

2026-09-16Range: 0.22–9.23 ft2026-10-15

Hazel Creek is currently 0.4 ft above its 30-day average — ramps and courtesy docks may sit deeper than usual; watch for submerged hazards near shorelines.

Boat Ramps on Hazel Creek (2)

Hazel Creek Lake (Kirksville) — Polk township, Missouri
Hazel Creek Lake (Kirksville) — Polk township, Missouri

See all Hazel Creek boat ramps →

Hazel Creek Water Level FAQ

What is the water level of Hazel Creek today?

The USGS gauge for Hazel Creek (Chariton River at Novinger, MO) currently reads a gauge height of 2.86 feet, 0.4 ft above its 30-day average. Readings update throughout the day from USGS instrumentation.

Is Hazel Creek high or low right now?

Compared with the past 30 days, Hazel Creek is 0.4 ft above its 30-day average.

Where can I launch a boat on Hazel Creek?

BoatLaunchMap lists 2 boat ramps on Hazel Creek, each with directions, ratings, and launch details.

Data: U.S. Geological Survey, station 06904500. Gauge height is measured relative to the station datum, not lake depth. Always verify conditions on site before launching.