Major Flood
35 ft
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FLOOD STAGES
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Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
33 ft
Minor Flood
31 ft
Action Stage
29 ft
What Floods at Each Level
35 ft
County roads and some homes along the Pawnee river will be flooded. Floodwaters will flow through gaps in the levee on the north side of the Pawnee river... resulting in flooding of residential areas in the southeast part of Larned. Floodwaters will be 3 to 4 feet deep in some of these areas.
33 ft
Flooding of roads can be expected. The entrance to Ft. Larned National Historical Site will be flooded.
31 ft
Minor low land flooding of adjacent farmland and pastureland will occur along the river.
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 25, 2019 | 34.53 ft | 5,470 cfs |
| Jul 21, 1993 | 33.75 ft | 6,210 cfs |
| May 27, 1935 | 31.96 ft | 14,000 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Pawnee River near Rozel?
The Pawnee River near Rozel gauge is maintained by USGS (site 07141200) 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 Pawnee River near Rozel?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Pawnee River near Rozel is 31 feet. Action stage begins at 29 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 33 feet, and major flooding at 35 feet.
How do I get alerts when Pawnee River rises?
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Where is the Pawnee River near Rozel gauge located?
The gauge is located in Pawnee County, Kansas at coordinates 38.2075°N, 99.4058°W. USGS site number: 07141200. 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, Observations courtesy of U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
- Stage may be affected by ice during winter months.