Major Flood
7 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
6 ft
Minor Flood
5 ft
Action Stage
4 ft
What Floods at Each Level
5 ft
Expect minor overflows of low lying banks along the cimarron river in northern beaver county.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 19, 1965 | 8.1 ft | 21,200 cfs |
| May 29, 1976 | 6.95 ft | 14,200 cfs |
| Sep 28, 1966 | 6.34 ft | 6,130 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
FRGO2
River
Cimarron River (KS)
County
Beaver, KS
Coordinates
37.0111°N, 100.4914°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Cimarron River (KS) near Forgan?
The Cimarron River (KS) near Forgan gauge is maintained by USGS (site 07156900) 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 Forgan?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Cimarron River (KS) near Forgan is 5 feet. Action stage begins at 4 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 6 feet, and major flooding at 7 feet.
How do I get alerts when Cimarron River (KS) rises?
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Where is the Cimarron River (KS) near Forgan gauge located?
The gauge is located in Beaver County, Kansas at coordinates 37.0111°N, 100.4914°W. USGS site number: 07156900. 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.