Arkansas River near Haven
Kansas — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Reno County, Kansas on the Arkansas River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 07143330, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Major Flood
12 ft
Moderate Flood
11 ft
Minor Flood
10 ft
Action Stage
8 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
13 ft
Expect most of the levee system to be overtopped. Flood waters will be widespread.
12 ft
Flooding overspreads pasture land along both banks to an extent of 30 feet. The river current will be swift with violent eddies in the middle channel. Water overtops the levee about 3 miles upstream from the gage site at Haven Road.
11 ft
Flooding overspreads surrounding pastureland adjacent to the right bank. Expect river current to be swift with violent eddies.
10 ft
The river begins to overflow on the right bank affecting pastureland. Expect river current to be swift with violent eddies.
9 ft
The river will be out of its channel but within its banks. River extends to a width of about 550 feet. The channel current will be swift.
8 ft
The river is within its banks but out of the main channel.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| May 8, 2007 | 13.08 ft | 20,700 cfs |
| May 8, 2007 | 13.08 ft | 20,700 cfs |
| May 10, 2019 | 12.99 ft | 16,300 cfs |
| May 10, 2019 | 12.99 ft | 16,300 cfs |
| Oct 12, 2018 | 12.96 ft | 14,400 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Arkansas River near Haven?
The Arkansas River near Haven gauge is maintained by USGS (site 07143330) 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 near Haven?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Arkansas River near Haven is 10 feet. Action stage begins at 8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 11 feet, and major flooding at 12 feet.
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Where is the Arkansas River near Haven gauge located?
The gauge is located in Reno County, Kansas at coordinates 37.9461°N, 97.7751°W. USGS site number: 07143330. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
- River forecasts for this location take into account past and future precipitation. Forecast stages may be different if forecast future rainfall does not occur.
- Stage may be affected by ice during winter months.