Major Flood
21 ft
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FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
19 ft
Minor Flood
16.5 ft
Action Stage
15 ft
What Floods at Each Level
21 ft
Flood waters may begin to affect residential homes along Estfan Road which is just west near the vicinity of the river gage site.
20.5 ft
Flood waters may begin to impact Highway 53, about 1000 ft west of the river bridge gage site.
18.5 ft
Flood waters begin to impact the River Vista subdivision at 111th South Street.
16.5 ft
Lowland flooding occurs along the vicinity of the river, primarily affecting the farmland northwest of the Highway 53 bridge.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 1, 1998 | 20.9 ft | — |
| May 25, 2019 | 20.29 ft | 39,800 cfs |
| Sep 13, 2008 | 19.72 ft | 40,534 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Arkansas River near Mulvane?
The Arkansas River near Mulvane gauge is maintained by USGS (site 07144570) 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 Mulvane?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Arkansas River near Mulvane is 16.5 feet. Action stage begins at 15 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 19 feet, and major flooding at 21 feet.
How do I get alerts when Arkansas River rises?
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Where is the Arkansas River near Mulvane gauge located?
The gauge is located in Sumner County, Kansas at coordinates 37.4755°N, 97.2613°W. USGS site number: 07144570. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: 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.