Major Flood
68 ft
Current Water Level
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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
52 ft
Minor Flood
26 ft
Action Stage
21 ft
What Floods at Each Level
68 ft
River reaches top of levee east of Blue Rapids.
26 ft
Minor lowland flooding occurs from Marysville to Tuttle Creek Lake.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 21, 1993 | 63.3 ft | — |
| May 31, 2019 | 61.32 ft | — |
| Oct 17, 1973 | 53.19 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
BLRK1
River
Big Blue River
County
Marshall, KS
Coordinates
39.6872°N, 96.6397°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Big Blue River at Blue Rapids?
The Big Blue River at Blue Rapids gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06884700) 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 Big Blue River at Blue Rapids?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Big Blue River at Blue Rapids is 26 feet. Action stage begins at 21 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 52 feet, and major flooding at 68 feet.
How do I get alerts when Big Blue River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Big Blue River at Blue Rapids to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category.
Where is the Big Blue River at Blue Rapids gauge located?
The gauge is located in Marshall County, Kansas at coordinates 39.6872°N, 96.6397°W. USGS site number: 06884700. 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 precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 24 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 48 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.
- Stage may be affected by ice during winter months.