Wakarusa River at Clinton Lake
Kansas — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Douglas County, Kansas on the Wakarusa River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 06891478, 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
Action Stage
900 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| May 29, 1995 | 892.460021972656 ft | — |
| May 29, 1995 | 892.460021972656 ft | — |
| May 16, 1993 | 887.719970703125 ft | — |
| May 16, 1993 | 887.719970703125 ft | — |
| Jun 3, 1982 | 886.799987792969 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
CLIK1
River
Wakarusa River
County
Douglas, KS
Coordinates
38.9311°N, 95.3322°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Wakarusa River at Clinton Lake?
The Wakarusa River at Clinton Lake gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06891478) 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 Wakarusa River at Clinton Lake?
This gauge has NWS-defined flood categories. Check the flood stages section above for current thresholds.
How do I get alerts when Wakarusa River rises?
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Where is the Wakarusa River at Clinton Lake gauge located?
The gauge is located in Douglas County, Kansas at coordinates 38.9311°N, 95.3322°W. USGS site number: 06891478. 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
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