Saline River (KS) near Wakeeney
Kansas — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Trego County, Kansas on the Saline River (KS). Live water level data from USGS gauge 06866900, 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
17 ft
Moderate Flood
15 ft
Minor Flood
13 ft
Action Stage
11 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
32.5 ft
Highway 283 bridge floods.
32 ft
Left band at Hwy 283 bridge overflows.
30 ft
Right bank at Hwy 283 bridge overflows.
24 ft
Floodwaters will cover many sections along B and C Roads along the Saline River. Expect road closures with some bridges destroyed. These roads will be washed out with tree debris along roads and in adjacent fields. Floodwaters may rise as high as 3 to 4 feet on roads and higher in fields. The river may expand to 100 to 400 feet wide in some locations.
19 ft
Prepare for near-record flooding of 6 feet or more along the Saline River lowlands in northern Trego and Ellis Counties as the river moves well out of its channel onto the floodplain.
17 ft
Expect major flooding of 4 feet or more along the Saline River lowlands in northern Trego and Ellis Counties. Some roads along the Saline River will be impassable. Basement flooding may occur in some houses along the Saline River in these counties.
15 ft
Expect moderate lowland flooding along the Saline River throughout northern Trego and Ellis Counties. Flood depths may reach 2 feet or more as the river nears its crest. Some roads and bridge approaches near the river will be impassable.
13 ft
Expect minor flooding of farmland and pastureland adjacent to the saline river in northern Trego and Ellis Counties.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| May 29, 2018 | 23.91 ft | 36,700 cfs |
| May 29, 2018 | 23.91 ft | 36,700 cfs |
| Jun 16, 1957 | 19.4 ft | 13,000 cfs |
| Jun 16, 1957 | 19.4 ft | 13,000 cfs |
| Jul 1, 1962 | 18.95 ft | 11,900 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
WAAK1
River
Saline River (KS)
County
Trego, KS
Coordinates
39.1061°N, 99.8697°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Saline River (KS) near Wakeeney?
The Saline River (KS) near Wakeeney gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06866900) 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) near Wakeeney?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Saline River (KS) near Wakeeney is 13 feet. Action stage begins at 11 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 15 feet, and major flooding at 17 feet.
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Where is the Saline River (KS) near Wakeeney gauge located?
The gauge is located in Trego County, Kansas at coordinates 39.1061°N, 99.8697°W. USGS site number: 06866900. 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.
- River forecasts for this location take into account past and future precipitation. Forecast stages may be different if forecast future rainfall does not occur.