Major Flood
32 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
29 ft
Minor Flood
25 ft
Action Stage
20 ft
What Floods at Each Level
29 ft
Southern parts of the city of Tescott are affected by flood waters.
28.5 ft
30th Road bridge over the Saline River floods.
25 ft
Low lying areas near the river flood.
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 24, 1993 | 30.14 ft | — |
| Jul 22, 1993 | 30.14 ft | 8,430 cfs |
| May 27, 1995 | 30.08 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
TSCK1
River
Saline River (KS)
County
Ottawa, KS
Coordinates
39.0039°N, 97.8733°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Saline River (KS) at Tescott?
The Saline River (KS) at Tescott gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06869500) 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 Tescott?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Saline River (KS) at Tescott is 25 feet. Action stage begins at 20 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 29 feet, and major flooding at 32 feet.
How do I get alerts when Saline River (KS) rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Saline River (KS) at Tescott 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 Saline River (KS) at Tescott gauge located?
The gauge is located in Ottawa County, Kansas at coordinates 39.0039°N, 97.8733°W. USGS site number: 06869500. 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
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 24 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.
- Stage may be affected by ice during winter months.