Major Flood
37 ft
Current Water Level
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Streamflow
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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
26 ft
Minor Flood
19 ft
Action Stage
14 ft
What Floods at Each Level
26 ft
Highway K 18 near Chapman floods.
19 ft
Lowland flooding occurs from near the town of Industry upstream from Chapman to the Smoky Hill River downstream from Chapman.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
Low-Water Impacts
3.2
Creek approaches zero flow.
What happens as water levels drop, per the National Weather Service.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 11, 1951 | 25.5 ft | 46,700 cfs |
| Oct 11, 1973 | 24.08 ft | 15,800 cfs |
| Jul 2, 1958 | 23.65 ft | 12,200 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
CHPK1
River
Chapman Creek
County
Dickinson, KS
Coordinates
39.0311°N, 97.0400°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Chapman Creek near Chapman?
The Chapman Creek near Chapman gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06878000) 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 Chapman Creek near Chapman?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Chapman Creek near Chapman is 19 feet. Action stage begins at 14 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 26 feet, and major flooding at 37 feet.
How do I get alerts when Chapman Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Chapman Creek near Chapman 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 Chapman Creek near Chapman gauge located?
The gauge is located in Dickinson County, Kansas at coordinates 39.0311°N, 97.0400°W. USGS site number: 06878000. 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.