Major Flood
33 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
28 ft
Minor Flood
20 ft
Action Stage
16 ft
What Floods at Each Level
20 ft
Minor lowland flooding occurs from Wamego to Topeka.
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 25, 1993 | 26 ft | 170,000 cfs |
| Jun 10, 1984 | 20.34 ft | 65,000 cfs |
| Jun 1, 2011 | 19.68 ft | 75,200 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
BVUK1
River
Kansas River
County
Pottawatomie, KS
Coordinates
39.1931°N, 96.1472°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Kansas River near Belvue?
The Kansas River near Belvue gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06888350) 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 near Belvue?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Kansas River near Belvue is 20 feet. Action stage begins at 16 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 28 feet, and major flooding at 33 feet.
How do I get alerts when Kansas River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Kansas River near Belvue to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category.
Where is the Kansas River near Belvue gauge located?
The gauge is located in Pottawatomie County, Kansas at coordinates 39.1931°N, 96.1472°W. USGS site number: 06888350. 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.