Arkansas River at Hutchinson
Kansas — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Reno County, Kansas on the Arkansas River. Live water level data from USGS, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: HCHK1). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
Flood Stages
Major Flood
19 ft
Moderate Flood
13 ft
Minor Flood
8 ft
Action Stage
6 ft
6,360 cfs
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
19 ft
The top of the levee in the vicinity of the gage overtops. Breach of the levee will result in widespread flooding of low-lying and agricultural areas.
14.3 ft
Flood waters rise to the lowest base of closure on the Harsha Drainage Canal on 2nd Avenue.
13.5 ft
Flood waters rise to the Missouri Pacific Railroad.
13 ft
Closure of the Harsha Drainage Canal on 2nd Avenue commences on the right bank. Other closures begin on the the Missouri Pacific Railroad and 11th Street.
12.7 ft
The intersection between Yoder and Eales Road becomes flooded.
10 ft
Expect minor flooding of Carey Park, more so after a few days of ground water seepage.
8 ft
Minor flooding of low-lying areas and bottom land can be expected. Channel flow will be swift.
6 ft
The river is out of its main channel. The width of the river will expand to 550 feet. The channel flow will be swift.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 1, 1973 | 13.85 ft | — |
| Apr 1, 1973 | 13.85 ft | — |
| Sep 27, 1973 | 13.1 ft | — |
| Sep 27, 1973 | 13.1 ft | — |
| May 8, 2007 | 12.7 ft | 34,787 cfs |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
HCHK1
River
Arkansas River
County
Reno, KS
Coordinates
38.0381°N, 97.9336°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Arkansas River at Hutchinson?
The Arkansas River at Hutchinson gauge is maintained by USGS and reports water levels every 15 minutes. Visit this page to see the latest reading updated live, or download StormCast to get push alerts when levels rise.
What is flood stage for Arkansas River at Hutchinson?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Arkansas River at Hutchinson is 8 feet. Action stage begins at 6 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 13 feet, and major flooding at 19 feet.
How do I get alerts when Arkansas River rises?
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Where is the Arkansas River at Hutchinson gauge located?
The gauge is located in Reno County, Kansas at coordinates 38.0381°N, 97.9336°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
- Gauge reading only in high-water situations.
- River forecasts for this location take into account past and future precipitation. Forecast stages may be different if forecast future rainfall does not occur.