Spring River near Baxter Springs
Kansas — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Cherokee County, Kansas on the Spring River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 07187600, 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
30 ft
Moderate Flood
22 ft
61,600 cfs
Minor Flood
14 ft
26,300 cfs
Action Stage
12 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
30 ft
Major Flood Stage. Water flows over Highway 44 north of Baxter Springs and over Highway 166 at the gage site.
22 ft
Moderate Flood Stage. Flood waters are one foot in depth across the Baxter Springs High School Track and Field Area.
21.5 ft
Flood waters begin to cover Old Highway 66 at 1st Bridge or south of Rainbow Bridge.
21 ft
Flood waters begin to impact Baxter Springs High School Track and Field Area.
20 ft
Water level reaches the bottom of Rainbow Bridge Crossing.
16 ft
The south end of Kiwanis Park floods. Water crosses Mickey Mantle Blvd in the park. Water level rises to the flag pole on the north side of the park.
14.5 ft
The north end of Kiwanis Park floods.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 28, 2015 | 31.8 ft | 146,000 cfs |
| Dec 28, 2015 | 31.8 ft | 146,000 cfs |
| Apr 30, 2017 | 27.69 ft | 101,000 cfs |
| Apr 30, 2017 | 27.69 ft | 101,000 cfs |
| May 23, 2019 | 27 ft | 96,500 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Spring River near Baxter Springs?
The Spring River near Baxter Springs gauge is maintained by USGS (site 07187600) 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 Spring River near Baxter Springs?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Spring River near Baxter Springs is 14 feet. Action stage begins at 12 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 22 feet, and major flooding at 30 feet.
How do I get alerts when Spring River rises?
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Where is the Spring River near Baxter Springs gauge located?
The gauge is located in Cherokee County, Kansas at coordinates 37.0236°N, 94.7208°W. USGS site number: 07187600. 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
- Gauge reading may be affected by ice.