Major Flood
32 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
29 ft
Minor Flood
26 ft
Action Stage
17 ft
What Floods at Each Level
32 ft
Prepare for major right bank (south side) flooding of 6 feet or more along Big Creek from Hays to Munjor.
29 ft
Prepare for moderate right bank (south side) flooding of three feet or more along Big Creek from Hays to Munjor. Move livestock away from Big Creek to higher ground. At a stage of 29 feet, the city of Hays is not directly threatened by flooding from Big Creek.
27 ft
Prepare for minor right bank (south side) overflows of 1 foot or more along Big Creek from Hays to Munjor. For safety, move livestock away from the main creek channel. At a stage of 27 feet, the city of Hays is not directly threatened by flooding from Big Creek.
26 ft
Prepare for minor right bank (south side) overflows along Big Creek from Hays to Munjor. For safety, move livestock away from the main creek channel. At a stage of 26 feet, the city of Hays is not directly threatened by flooding from Big Creek.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 25, 2019 | 21.93 ft | 2,480 cfs |
| May 31, 2018 | 21.59 ft | 2,384 cfs |
| Sep 4, 2016 | 21.31 ft | 2,384 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Big Creek near Hays?
The Big Creek near Hays gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06863500) 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 Creek near Hays?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Big Creek near Hays is 26 feet. Action stage begins at 17 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 29 feet, and major flooding at 32 feet.
How do I get alerts when Big Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Big Creek near Hays 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 Creek near Hays gauge located?
The gauge is located in Ellis County, Kansas at coordinates 38.8522°N, 99.3181°W. USGS site number: 06863500. 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, Observations courtesy of U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
- Stage may be affected by ice during winter months.
- River forecasts for this location take into account past and future precipitation. Forecast stages may be different if forecast future rainfall does not occur.