Highest crests on record
| Rank | Crest | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1548.27 ft | 1993-08-13 |
Flood crests recorded at this gauge by the National Weather Service.
River stage
Wilson Lake, Saline River
- River level
- 1511.21 ft
- Status
- Below flood stage
- Record crest
- 1548.27 ft
Last reported 2026-10-13 | NWS WLSK1
- Record crest
- 1548.27 ft
- Major flood
- 1554.00 ft
- Crest date
- 1993-08-13
In brief
The Saline River at Wilson Lake, KS read 1511.21 ft on Oct 13, 2026, 42.79 ft below major flood stage.
Source: National Weather Service gauge WLSK1
Stage threshold profile
What happens at each level
- 1516.00 ft
Top of conservation pool.
- 1554.00 ft
Top of flood control pool.
Written by the local National Weather Service forecast office for this exact gauge.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Saline River flooding at Wilson Lake?
No. The Saline River at Wilson Lake is at 1511.21 ft, 42.79 ft below major flood stage.
What is the flood stage at Wilson Lake?
Major flooding 1554 ft is the first threshold.
What is the highest the Saline River has been at Wilson Lake?
The highest crest on record is 1548.27 ft, on 1993-08-13.
Stage and flood information from the NOAA National Weather Service (gauge WLSK1); daily history from the U.S. Geological Survey (site 06868100). Last reading 2026-10-13. For flood safety decisions always follow official National Weather Service warnings.