Minor Flood
12 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.
Action Stage
11 ft
What Floods at Each Level
16.5 ft
Lowland bridge approaches begin to flood when the river stage rises between 16 to 17 feet.
12 ft
Expect minor overflows along the Cimarron River in Morton County.
11 ft
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 |
|---|---|---|
| May 26, 1977 | 14.17 ft | 21,500 cfs |
| May 2, 1999 | 13.01 ft | 5,890 cfs |
| Aug 12, 1997 | 13 ft | 7,700 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
EHTK1
River
Cimarron River (KS)
County
Morton, KS
Coordinates
37.1214°N, 101.8975°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Cimarron River (KS) near Elkhart?
The Cimarron River (KS) near Elkhart gauge is maintained by USGS (site 07155590) 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 Cimarron River (KS) near Elkhart?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Cimarron River (KS) near Elkhart is 12 feet. Action stage begins at 11 feet. Moderate flooding starts at N/A feet, and major flooding at N/A feet.
How do I get alerts when Cimarron River (KS) rises?
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Where is the Cimarron River (KS) near Elkhart gauge located?
The gauge is located in Morton County, Kansas at coordinates 37.1214°N, 101.8975°W. USGS site number: 07155590. 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.