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South Fork Salt River Water Level

Live gauge height for South Fork Salt River, measured at USGS station South Fork Salt River above Santa Fe, MO (9.9 mi from the nearest mapped ramp).

Current gauge height
3.80 ft
Updated 16 min ago
vs. 30-day average
-0.58 ft
30-day avg: 4.38 ft
Streamflow
1 cfs

30-Day Water Level Trend

2026-08-04Range: 3.809.13 ft2026-09-02

South Fork Salt River is currently 0.6 ft below its 30-day average — shallow ramps may have less water at the end of the concrete; trim up early and check local reports before launching.

Boat Ramps on South Fork Salt River (3)

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South Fork Salt River Water Level FAQ

What is the water level of South Fork Salt River today?

The USGS gauge for South Fork Salt River (South Fork Salt River above Santa Fe, MO) currently reads a gauge height of 3.80 feet, 0.6 ft below its 30-day average. Readings update throughout the day from USGS instrumentation.

Is South Fork Salt River high or low right now?

Compared with the past 30 days, South Fork Salt River is 0.6 ft below its 30-day average.

Where can I launch a boat on South Fork Salt River?

BoatLaunchMap lists 3 boat ramps on South Fork Salt River, each with directions, ratings, and launch details.

Data: U.S. Geological Survey, station 05504800. Gauge height is measured relative to the station datum, not lake depth. Always verify conditions on site before launching.