Solomon River at Niles
Kansas — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Ottawa County, Kansas on the Solomon River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 06876900, 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
34 ft
Moderate Flood
28 ft
Minor Flood
24 ft
Action Stage
19 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
27 ft
Arrowhead Road west of Niles floods.
24 ft
Low land flooding continues along the river.
23 ft
Rural overflow begins around the community of Niles.
19 ft
Water begins to overflow into the low portion of a cultivated field on the right bank, upstream, adjacent to the gage site.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
Low-Water Impacts
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River approaches zero flow.
What happens as water levels drop, per the National Weather Service.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 13, 1951 | 31.76 ft | 178,000 cfs |
| Jul 13, 1951 | 31.76 ft | 178,000 cfs |
| Jun 20, 1951 | 31 ft | — |
| Jun 20, 1951 | 31 ft | — |
| Oct 10, 1973 | 30.92 ft | 52,400 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Solomon River at Niles?
The Solomon River at Niles gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06876900) 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 Solomon River at Niles?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Solomon River at Niles is 24 feet. Action stage begins at 19 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 28 feet, and major flooding at 34 feet.
How do I get alerts when Solomon River rises?
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Where is the Solomon River at Niles gauge located?
The gauge is located in Ottawa County, Kansas at coordinates 38.9689°N, 97.4769°W. USGS site number: 06876900. 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.