Neosho River near Parsons
Kansas — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Labette County, Kansas on the Neosho River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 07183500, 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
32 ft
Moderate Flood
23 ft
Minor Flood
21 ft
Action Stage
19 ft
16,890 cfs
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
32 ft
Highway 400 begins to flood from both sides of the banks near the river gage bridge. Flow over the road is swift.
23 ft
Flood waters spread over fields to a distance of 1 and one fourth miles. Several county roads, mainly along the left bank are inundated. Several residents which live along the right bank in the vicinity of Highway 400 may experience water entering their homes at basement levels.
21 ft
Significant flooding of the flood plain begins to occur affecting agricultural fields.
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 13, 1951 | 40.2 ft | 410,000 cfs |
| Jul 13, 1951 | 40.2 ft | 410,000 cfs |
| Jul 2, 2007 | 35.05 ft | 166,000 cfs |
| Jul 2, 2007 | 35.05 ft | 166,000 cfs |
| Jul 25, 1948 | 30.79999923706 ft | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Neosho River near Parsons?
The Neosho River near Parsons gauge is maintained by USGS (site 07183500) 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 Parsons?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Neosho River near Parsons is 21 feet. Action stage begins at 19 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 23 feet, and major flooding at 32 feet.
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Where is the Neosho River near Parsons gauge located?
The gauge is located in Labette County, Kansas at coordinates 37.3401°N, 95.1100°W. USGS site number: 07183500. 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 and future precipitation. Forecast stages may be different if forecast future rainfall does not occur.
- Stage may be affected by ice during winter months.