Major Flood
40 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
27 ft
Minor Flood
26 ft
Action Stage
21 ft
What Floods at Each Level
29 ft
Right bank overflow begins.
27 ft
Americus Road, also known as Road F 5, 2 miles south of Americus floods.
26 ft
Minor lowland flooding occurs along the river from Americus to Emporia.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
Low-Water Impacts
2.1
River approaches zero flow.
What happens as water levels drop, per the National Weather Service.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 26, 1969 | 28.3 ft | 10,900 cfs |
| Jun 21, 1967 | 28.17 ft | 10,700 cfs |
| Jul 21, 1993 | 27.84 ft | 17,400 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Neosho River near Americus?
The Neosho River near Americus gauge is maintained by USGS (site 07179730) 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 Neosho River near Americus?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Neosho River near Americus is 26 feet. Action stage begins at 21 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 27 feet, and major flooding at 40 feet.
How do I get alerts when Neosho River rises?
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Where is the Neosho River near Americus gauge located?
The gauge is located in Lyon County, Kansas at coordinates 38.4669°N, 96.2503°W. USGS site number: 07179730. 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.