Major Flood
36 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
33 ft
Minor Flood
26 ft
Action Stage
22 ft
What Floods at Each Level
33 ft
The county highway which leads north from De Soto floods.
26 ft
Flood waters approach Linwood, Kansas.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 12, 1951 | 37.3 ft | 510,000 cfs |
| Oct 12, 1973 | 27.54 ft | 146,000 cfs |
| Jul 26, 1993 | 26.91 ft | 170,000 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Kansas River at De Soto?
The Kansas River at De Soto gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06892350) 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 Kansas River at De Soto?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Kansas River at De Soto is 26 feet. Action stage begins at 22 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 33 feet, and major flooding at 36 feet.
How do I get alerts when Kansas River rises?
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Where is the Kansas River at De Soto gauge located?
The gauge is located in Johnson County, Kansas at coordinates 38.9833°N, 94.9644°W. USGS site number: 06892350. 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
- Stage may be affected by ice.
- 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.
- 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.