Ninnescah River near Belle Plaine
Kansas — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Sumner County, Kansas on the Ninnescah River. Live water level data from USGS, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Last Reading
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: BLPK1). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
Flood Stages
Major Flood
26 ft
Moderate Flood
24.5 ft
Minor Flood
23 ft
Action Stage
21 ft
16,642 cfs
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
30 ft
Expect flood waters to be 4 ft deep across Hwy 81 starting from about a mile north of the intersection of K55, known as the Belle Plaine Y, and expanding south to the Y intersection. K55 floods westward to river bridge and east to Belle Plaine. Flood waters reach 2 ft on homes on east side of Hwy 81. Timber Brook Estates neighborhood will be inundated with 4 to 5 ft of water with homes flooded by up to 2 ft. Upstream, Ponderosa Estates will flood by 3 to 6 ft deep. Expect extensive field and crop flooding.
29.8 ft
Flood waters reach the bridge girders on Highway 81 which is about four feet below the bridge deck.
26 ft
A section of K55 floods to a depth of 2 feet of water starting from 300 feet east of the river bridge and expanding out to 25 feet wide. Expect flood waters on Highway 81 to expand further south to the Y intersection of K55. The small community of Ponderosa Estates, 5 miles northwest of Belle Plaine, will have a few homes flooded and roads leading into the Estates flooded. Timber Brook Estates will have roads inundated by over a foot of water.
24 ft
Three miles west of Belle Plaine near the gage site, a small section of K55 floods east of the bridge. Flood waters flow over Highway 81 starting at 1/2 mile north of K55 and spreading to 100th Avenue. The water on Highway 81 may be near 1.5 ft deep.
23 ft
Water overflows roads in the Timber Brook Estates that are located just west of Highway 81 and north of K55. Then three-fourths of a mile north of K55 on Highway 81, water begins to cover the road.
20 ft
Left bank overflows can be expected.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 10, 2016 | 30 ft | 40,000 cfs |
| Sep 10, 2016 | 30 ft | 40,000 cfs |
| Nov 2, 1998 | 29.2 ft | -9,999 cfs |
| Nov 2, 1998 | 29.2 ft | -9,999 cfs |
| Apr 27, 2009 | 28 ft | 30,299 cfs |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
BLPK1
River
Ninnescah River
County
Sumner, KS
Coordinates
37.3916°N, 97.3391°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Ninnescah River near Belle Plaine?
The Ninnescah River near Belle Plaine 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 Ninnescah River near Belle Plaine?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Ninnescah River near Belle Plaine is 23 feet. Action stage begins at 21 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 24.5 feet, and major flooding at 26 feet.
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Where is the Ninnescah River near Belle Plaine gauge located?
The gauge is located in Sumner County, Kansas at coordinates 37.3916°N, 97.3391°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
- Gauge reading only in high-water situations.
- River forecasts for this location take into account past and future precipitation. Forecast stages may be different if forecast future rainfall does not occur.