Is the Big Bull Creek flooding?

Kansas · 2 gauges · Kansas river levels

The Big Bull Creek is tracked by 2 USGS streamgauges in Kansas. This page compares each gauge’s live water level against its official National Weather Service flood stage, refreshed every 15 minutes, so you can tell whether the Big Bull Creek is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 0 of 2 gauges have both a usable water-level reading and a published minor flood stage. Gauges without a published flood stage show water level and flow only. For nearby rivers, see all Kansas river levels.

data refreshed 2 min ago

Readings may be delayed; check each observation time below. This gauge summary does not rule out flooding on unmonitored stretches or nearby streets.

River facts

The longest-running gauge on this river is Big Bull C near Hillsdale, KS. The highest level ever recorded there was 21.20 ft on 11 July 1951, carrying 45,200 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1951 (69 annual peaks). It is currently at 2.20 ft, 19.0 ft below that record.

Drains 143 sq mi · gauge elevation 858 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

Gauge	Status	Stage	Flood stage	Updated
Big Bull C near Edgerton, KS	No flood stage defined	2.21 ft	—	64 min ago
Big Bull C near Hillsdale, KS	No flood stage defined	2.20 ft	—	34 min ago

Provisional data: Real-time readings are provisional and subject to revision by the USGS — sensors can be affected by ice, debris, or equipment malfunction. Do not rely on this site for decisions involving personal safety; follow official guidance from the National Weather Service and local authorities.