Major Flood
19 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
18 ft
Minor Flood
17 ft
Action Stage
16 ft
What Floods at Each Level
20 ft
Rising water will overtop bridge.
18 ft
Water is near the bottom of bridge. Road south of bridge is overtopped by rising waters.
17 ft
Road south of bridge is threatened by inundation.
16 ft
Low lying areas near gage begin to flood. There are no communities affected by the flooding. However, flooding does have an effect on the Quivira Wildlife Refuge. Most of the roads in the area are low lying dirt roads that would be affected by flooding. Some livestock are pastured on the floodplain.
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 18, 1993 | 19.9 ft | 29,300 cfs |
| May 29, 2019 | 17.24 ft | 995 cfs |
| Jul 1, 1999 | 17.18 ft | 879 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
ZENK1
River
Rattlesnake Creek (KS)
County
Stafford, KS
Coordinates
38.0936°N, 98.5461°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Rattlesnake Creek (KS) near Zenith?
The Rattlesnake Creek (KS) near Zenith gauge is maintained by USGS (site 07142575) 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 Rattlesnake Creek (KS) near Zenith?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Rattlesnake Creek (KS) near Zenith is 17 feet. Action stage begins at 16 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 18 feet, and major flooding at 19 feet.
How do I get alerts when Rattlesnake Creek (KS) rises?
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Where is the Rattlesnake Creek (KS) near Zenith gauge located?
The gauge is located in Stafford County, Kansas at coordinates 38.0936°N, 98.5461°W. USGS site number: 07142575. 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.