Saline River (KS) at Lincoln
Kansas — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Lincoln County, Kansas on the Saline River (KS). Live water level data from USGS gauge 06868850, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Major Flood
38.5 ft
Moderate Flood
36 ft
Minor Flood
30 ft
Action Stage
28 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
38 ft
Widespread flooding of low-lying and agricultural areas can be expected. Several roads near Lincoln will be flooded.
36 ft
Highway 14 south of the gage site begins to flood.
33 ft
Flood waters cover 220th Road near the river, located just southeast of Lincoln. Expect the river to be out of its banks between 1/4 to 1/2 miles in expanse. Lowland flooding occurs east and west of town.
32 ft
The lowlands around the gage site begin to flood. Much of this lowland is cultivated land.
30 ft
The railroad tracks flood 4 miles west of Lincoln when Spillman Creek is high. Water may be near 2 feet deep.
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 23, 1993 | 38.55 ft | — |
| Jul 23, 1993 | 38.55 ft | — |
| Apr 15, 1987 | 36.40000152587 ft | — |
| Apr 15, 1987 | 36.40000152587 ft | — |
| Jun 24, 1993 | 35.82 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
LINK1
River
Saline River (KS)
County
Lincoln, KS
Coordinates
39.0283°N, 98.1502°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Saline River (KS) at Lincoln?
The Saline River (KS) at Lincoln gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06868850) 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 Saline River (KS) at Lincoln?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Saline River (KS) at Lincoln is 30 feet. Action stage begins at 28 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 36 feet, and major flooding at 38.5 feet.
How do I get alerts when Saline River (KS) rises?
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Where is the Saline River (KS) at Lincoln gauge located?
The gauge is located in Lincoln County, Kansas at coordinates 39.0283°N, 98.1502°W. USGS site number: 06868850. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
- Stage may be affected by ice during winter months.
- River forecasts for this location take into account past and future precipitation. Forecast stages may be different if forecast future rainfall does not occur.