Big Creek near Hays
Ellis County, Kansas
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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.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | 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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