Major Flood
17 ft
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FLOOD STAGES
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Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
14 ft
Minor Flood
11 ft
Action Stage
10 ft
What Floods at Each Level
17 ft
Prepare for major flooding along the Smoky Hill River from Schoenchen throughout southeastern Ellis County. Extensive flooding of lowlands will occur, with floodwaters of six feet or more possible near the main river channel.
14 ft
Expect moderate flooding of three feet or more along the Smoky Hill River from Schoenchen through the southeastern portion of Ellis County. Some county roads adjacent to the river will be impassable due to rising waters.
13 ft
Expect minor flooding of two feet or more along the Smoky Hill River from Schoenchen through the southeastern portions of Ellis County, as the river moves further out onto the floodplain. Some county roads in close proximity to the river may become impassible as rising waters cover the roads.
11 ft
Expect minor overflows along the Smoky Hill River in the vicinity of Schoenchen, as lowland flooding of pasturelands initiates immediately adjacent to the river.
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 20, 1993 | 17.6 ft | 20,500 cfs |
| Apr 13, 1987 | 13.57 ft | 3,740 cfs |
| Jun 1, 2007 | 12.42 ft | 4,563 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
SCSK1
River
Smoky Hill River
County
Ellis, KS
Coordinates
38.7124°N, 99.2924°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Smoky Hill River below Schoenchen?
The Smoky Hill River below Schoenchen gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06862850) 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 Smoky Hill River below Schoenchen?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Smoky Hill River below Schoenchen is 11 feet. Action stage begins at 10 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 14 feet, and major flooding at 17 feet.
How do I get alerts when Smoky Hill River rises?
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Where is the Smoky Hill River below Schoenchen gauge located?
The gauge is located in Ellis County, Kansas at coordinates 38.7124°N, 99.2924°W. USGS site number: 06862850. 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.