Is the Blue River flooding?

Kansas · 2 gauges · Kansas river levels

The Blue River 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 Blue River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 1 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 15 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 Blue River near Stanley, KS. The highest level ever recorded there was 21.70 ft on 22 August 2017, carrying 12,600 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1970 (55 annual peaks). It is currently at 4.20 ft, 17.5 ft below that record.

Drains 46 sq mi · gauge elevation 886 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
Blue River near Stanley, KSNo flooding4.20 ft16 ft
Blue River at Kenneth Rd, Overland Park, KSNo flood stage defined5.56 ft
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.