Mud Creek (KS) at Abilene
Kansas — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Dickinson County, Kansas on the Mud Creek (KS). Live water level data from USGS gauge 06877120, 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
33 ft
Moderate Flood
27 ft
Minor Flood
15 ft
Action Stage
10 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
27.7 ft
Flood waters overtop the 14th Street or Old Highway 40 bridge over the Mud Creek.
21.8 ft
Field north of 14th Street or Old Highway 40, on the east side of Mud Creek floods.
15.5 ft
Farm fields on the east bank of Mud Creek near 14th Street Floods.
15 ft
Minor flooding occurs along Mud Creek north of Old Highway 40.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| May 24, 2007 | 19.5 ft | — |
| May 24, 2007 | 19.5 ft | — |
| Aug 2, 2013 | 19 ft | — |
| Aug 2, 2013 | 19 ft | — |
| May 23, 1999 | 17.8 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
ALEK1
River
Mud Creek (KS)
County
Dickinson, KS
Coordinates
38.9297°N, 97.2278°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Mud Creek (KS) at Abilene?
The Mud Creek (KS) at Abilene gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06877120) 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 Mud Creek (KS) at Abilene?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Mud Creek (KS) at Abilene is 15 feet. Action stage begins at 10 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 27 feet, and major flooding at 33 feet.
How do I get alerts when Mud Creek (KS) rises?
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Where is the Mud Creek (KS) at Abilene gauge located?
The gauge is located in Dickinson County, Kansas at coordinates 38.9297°N, 97.2278°W. USGS site number: 06877120. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: 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.