Prairie Dog Creek at Norton Dam #2-DCP Water Level

Current Water Level

Gage Height

Streamflow

Last Reading

FLOOD STAGES

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Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.

Major Flood

2350 ft

Moderate Flood

2330 ft

Minor Flood

2310 ft

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Historic Crests

Date	Stage	Flow
Feb 24, 1997	2306.58 ft	41,160 cfs
Jun 27, 1996	2306.18 ft	40,200 cfs
Jun 26, 1967	2304.59 ft	36,570 cfs

About This Gauge

USGS Site

06847950

NWS LID

NTDK1

River

Prairie Dog Creek

County

Norton, KS

Coordinates

39.8078°N, 99.9347°W

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the current water level of Prairie Dog Creek at Norton Dam #2-DCP?

The Prairie Dog Creek at Norton Dam #2-DCP gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06847950) 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 Prairie Dog Creek at Norton Dam #2-DCP?

The NWS-defined flood stage for Prairie Dog Creek at Norton Dam #2-DCP is 2310 feet. Action stage begins at N/A feet. Moderate flooding starts at 2330 feet, and major flooding at 2350 feet.

How do I get alerts when Prairie Dog Creek rises?

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Where is the Prairie Dog Creek at Norton Dam #2-DCP gauge located?

The gauge is located in Norton County, Kansas at coordinates 39.8078°N, 99.9347°W. USGS site number: 06847950. 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

Prairie Dog Creek at Norton Dam #2-DCP Water Level & Flood Stage.