RIVER GAUGE · KANSAS RIVER
Kansas River at Ft. Riley
Geary County, Kansas
Water level4.83 ft
Flow419 cfs
Last readingSep 16, 2026, 4:30 PM UTC (last recorded)
Action17 ft
Minor flood21 ft
Moderate flood26 ft
Major flood33 ft
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 22 ft
Lowland areas near the river flood.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 30, 1951 | 34.5 ft | — |
| Jul 12, 1951 | 34.5 ft | — |
| Jul 25, 1993 | 27.93 ft | 87,600 cfs |
When the water runs low
- 3.9
River approaches zero flow.
More on Kansas River
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