Major Flood
14 ft
Current Water Level
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FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
12 ft
Minor Flood
11 ft
Action Stage
9 ft
What Floods at Each Level
12 ft
STEADY FLOW OF WATER OVER THE IMMEDIATE ROADWAY WITH FLOODWATERS POSSIBLY REACHING A WIDTH OF 100 FEET 1/4 MILE SOUTH OF THE GAGE.
11.5 ft
WATER WILL BEGIN TO FLOW OVER THE IMMEDIATE COUNTY ROAD WITH FLOODWATERS POSSIBLY REACHING A WIDTH OF 600 FEET.
11 ft
CREEK WILL FLOOD FARMLAND.
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 6, 1972 | 16.81 ft | 8,880 cfs |
| Sep 4, 2016 | 14.49 ft | 2,140 cfs |
| May 24, 2008 | 14.3 ft | 1,840 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
CLNK1
River
Prairie Dog Creek
County
Norton, KS
Coordinates
39.7697°N, 100.1003°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Prairie Dog Creek near Clayton 4E?
The Prairie Dog Creek near Clayton 4E gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06847900) 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 near Clayton 4E?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Prairie Dog Creek near Clayton 4E is 11 feet. Action stage begins at 9 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 12 feet, and major flooding at 14 feet.
How do I get alerts when Prairie Dog Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Prairie Dog Creek near Clayton 4E 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 Prairie Dog Creek near Clayton 4E gauge located?
The gauge is located in Norton County, Kansas at coordinates 39.7697°N, 100.1003°W. USGS site number: 06847900. 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