Major Flood
27 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
23.8 ft
Minor Flood
17 ft
Action Stage
13 ft
What Floods at Each Level
26 ft
Railroad tracks along the south bank of the Kansas River flood.
23.8 ft
Lecompton Road north of the Kansas River floods.
19 ft
Considerable agricultural flooding occurs.
16.5 ft
Low lying farm fields begin to flood along the Kansas River.
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 | 30.23 ft | 483,000 cfs |
| May 30, 1903 | 27.9 ft | — |
| Jul 26, 1993 | 24.65 ft | 190,000 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Kansas River at Lecompton?
The Kansas River at Lecompton gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06891000) 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 Lecompton?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Kansas River at Lecompton is 17 feet. Action stage begins at 13 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 23.8 feet, and major flooding at 27 feet.
How do I get alerts when Kansas River rises?
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Where is the Kansas River at Lecompton gauge located?
The gauge is located in Douglas County, Kansas at coordinates 39.0511°N, 95.3861°W. USGS site number: 06891000. 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.