Kansas River at Wamego
Kansas — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Pottawatomie County, Kansas on the Kansas River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 06887500, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Major Flood
38 ft
Moderate Flood
26 ft
Minor Flood
19 ft
Action Stage
15 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
26 ft
Highway K 99 south of the Kansas River floods if the levees fail.
19 ft
Low lying areas near the river flood from Manhattan to Belvue.
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 | 30.56 ft | 400,000 cfs |
| Jul 12, 1951 | 30.56 ft | 400,000 cfs |
| May 29, 1903 | 29.3 ft | — |
| May 29, 1903 | 29.3 ft | — |
| Jul 25, 1993 | 27.33 ft | 199,000 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
WMGK1
River
Kansas River
County
Pottawatomie, KS
Coordinates
39.1983°N, 96.3053°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Kansas River at Wamego?
The Kansas River at Wamego gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06887500) 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 Wamego?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Kansas River at Wamego is 19 feet. Action stage begins at 15 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 26 feet, and major flooding at 38 feet.
How do I get alerts when Kansas River rises?
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Where is the Kansas River at Wamego gauge located?
The gauge is located in Pottawatomie County, Kansas at coordinates 39.1983°N, 96.3053°W. USGS site number: 06887500. 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.