Major Flood
33.5 ft
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: NSOK1). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
30 ft
Minor Flood
28 ft
Action Stage
23 ft
What Floods at Each Level
30 ft
Homes in low lying areas near the river flood. Water reaches up to two feet in depth along 110st Street and 120th Street.
20 ft
Flooding affects low lying areas near the river over southwest Cherokee County near and along 120th Street and 110th Street from south of Highway 160 to the Craig County Oklahoma line.
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 29, 2019 | 34.7 ft | 60,747 cfs |
| May 1, 2017 | 33.26 ft | 43,043 cfs |
| Jun 30, 2021 | 31.8 ft | 33,255 cfs |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
NSOK1
River
Neosho River
County
Cherokee, KS
Coordinates
37.1650°N, 95.0628°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Neosho River near Oswego?
The Neosho River near Oswego gauge is maintained by USGS 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 Oswego?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Neosho River near Oswego is 28 feet. Action stage begins at 23 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 30 feet, and major flooding at 33.5 feet.
How do I get alerts when Neosho River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Neosho River near Oswego 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 Neosho River near Oswego gauge located?
The gauge is located in Cherokee County, Kansas at coordinates 37.1650°N, 95.0628°W. 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. Army Corps of Engineers
- Gauge reading may be affected by ice.