S F Solomon River near Osborne
Osborne County, Kansas
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- 27 ft
Sandbagging of homes north of the river becomes necessary. The record flood occurred in July of 1993 when the river reached 28.33 feet. Water reached the bottom of the bridge on Highway 281, but the city of Osborne was not threatened by flooding. However, most rural county roads that crossed the river were flooded.
- 20 ft
Significant flooding occurs. Many county roads such as 90th...70th...and 55th Avenue will be under water where they cross the river. There will also be significant flooding in and around the Shady Bend Golf Course.
- 16.5 ft
The south approach to 90th Avenue bridge will be threatened by flood water. In addition...the river will flood at the 70th and 55th Avenue Bridges.
- 14 ft
The north approach and bridge on 70th Avenue will begin to flood. In addition...Access to Shady Bend Golf Course via the club house will be cut off.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 20, 1993 | 28.33 ft | 59,100 cfs |
| Jul 12, 1951 | 27.65 ft | 81,200 cfs |
| Jun 16, 1957 | 22.88 ft | 21,200 cfs |
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