Rathbun Lake, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

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09/01/2026

Date: September 1, 2026
Lake Elevation: 905.77’
Normal Lake Elevation: 904.00'

Discharging to the:
Chariton River: 16cfs
Rathbun Fish Hatchery: 2cfs

Chariton River Gauge:
Moulton Gauge: 18.23’

Precipitation: 0.00”
Lake Surface Temperature: 77 Degrees

08/31/2026

Date: August 31, 2026
Lake Elevation: 905.79’
Normal Lake Elevation: 904.00'

Discharging to the:
Chariton River: 15.4cfs
Rathbun Fish Hatchery: 2cfs

Chariton River Gauge:
Moulton Gauge: 18.27’

Precipitation: 0.04”
Lake Surface Temperature: 77 Degrees

08/29/2026

Date: August 29, 2026
Lake Elevation: 905.82'
Normal Lake Elevation: 904.00'

Discharging to the:
Chariton River: 15.4cfs
Rathbun Fish Hatchery: 2cfs

Chariton River Gauge:
Moulton Gauge: 18.26'

Precipitation: 0.00"
Lake Surface Temperature: 80 Degrees

You wouldn’t want to leave them behind, would you?Stay safe while recreating by being aware of your surroundings and alw...
08/28/2026

You wouldn’t want to leave them behind, would you?
Stay safe while recreating by being aware of your surroundings and always wearing your life jacket.

08/28/2026

Date: August 28, 2026
Lake Elevation: 905.85'
Normal Lake Elevation: 904.00'

Discharging to the:
Chariton River: 14.5cfs
Rathbun Fish Hatchery: 2cfs

Chariton River Gauge:
Moulton Gauge: 18.26'

Precipitation: 0.00"
Lake Surface Temperature: 79 Degrees

08/27/2026

Date: August 27, 2026
Lake Elevation: 905.87'
Normal Lake Elevation: 904.00'

Discharging to the:
Chariton River: 13.6 cfs
Rathbun Fish Hatchery: 2cfs

Chariton River Gauge:
Moulton Gauge: 18.30'

Precipitation: 0.00"
Lake Surface Temperature: 78 Degrees

08/26/2026

Date: August 26, 2026
Lake Elevation: 905.89'
Normal Lake Elevation: 904.00'

Discharging to the:
Chariton River: 13.6cfs
Rathbun Fish Hatchery: 2cfs

Chariton River Gauge:
Moulton Gauge: 18.31'

Precipitation: 0.01"
Lake Surface Temperature: 78 Degrees

08/25/2026

Date: August 25, 2026
Lake Elevation: 905.89’
Normal Lake Elevation: 904.00'

Discharging to the:
Chariton River: 13.6cfs
Rathbun Fish Hatchery: 2cfs

Chariton River Gauge:
Moulton Gauge: 18.35’

Precipitation: 0.19”
Lake Surface Temperature: 80 Degrees

08/24/2026

Date: August 24, 2026
Lake Elevation: 905.90’
Normal Lake Elevation: 904.00'

Discharging to the:
Chariton River: 13.6cfs
Rathbun Fish Hatchery: 2cfs

Chariton River Gauge:
Moulton Gauge: 18.32’

Precipitation: 0.00”
Lake Surface Temperature: 80 Degrees

While enjoying some fun in the sun please wear a life jacket when in, on, or near the water. Also, wear sunscreen, sungl...
08/21/2026

While enjoying some fun in the sun please wear a life jacket when in, on, or near the water. Also, wear sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat to protect you from the sun. Please Wear It

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