Major Flood
40 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
34 ft
Minor Flood
29 ft
Action Stage
24 ft
What Floods at Each Level
39.47 ft
Brickyard Road bridge over the Soldier Creek floods.
34.5 ft
Widespread flooding occurs and affects first floors of home and business along the creek.
29 ft
Low land flooding from Grove to the Kansas 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2005 | 34.67 ft | 46,600 cfs |
| Jun 21, 1951 | 33.06 ft | 11,400 cfs |
| May 7, 2007 | 27.75 ft | 29,600 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Soldier Creek near Topeka?
The Soldier Creek near Topeka gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06889500) 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 Soldier Creek near Topeka?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Soldier Creek near Topeka is 29 feet. Action stage begins at 24 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 34 feet, and major flooding at 40 feet.
How do I get alerts when Soldier Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Soldier Creek near Topeka 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 Soldier Creek near Topeka gauge located?
The gauge is located in Shawnee County, Kansas at coordinates 39.0994°N, 95.7247°W. USGS site number: 06889500. 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.
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 48 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.
- Stage may be affected by ice during winter months.