Minor Flood
21 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.
Action Stage
19 ft
What Floods at Each Level
27.5 ft
The bridge on Solomon Rapids Road will be underwater. In addition, the north approach to the bridge will be covered by 1 to 2 feet of running water.
26 ft
The north approach to the Solomon Rapids Road bridge will be threatened by flood water.
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 21, 1993 | 29.57 ft | 9,410 cfs |
| Apr 13, 1987 | 28.31 ft | 7,470 cfs |
| Jul 29, 1967 | 26.89 ft | 6,890 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
GELK1
River
Solomon River
County
Mitchell, KS
Coordinates
39.4739°N, 98.2833°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Solomon River near Glen Elder?
The Solomon River near Glen Elder gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06875900) 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 near Glen Elder?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Solomon River near Glen Elder is 21 feet. Action stage begins at 19 feet. Moderate flooding starts at N/A feet, and major flooding at N/A feet.
How do I get alerts when Solomon River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Solomon River near Glen Elder 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 Solomon River near Glen Elder gauge located?
The gauge is located in Mitchell County, Kansas at coordinates 39.4739°N, 98.2833°W. USGS site number: 06875900. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of the USGS
- 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.