Major Flood
16 ft
Current Water Level
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FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
14 ft
Minor Flood
12 ft
Action Stage
11 ft
What Floods at Each Level
16 ft
Water starts hitting the bottom of the bridge.
12 ft
Agricultural land will become flooded as the river overflows the right bank.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| May 30, 1935 | 11.2 ft | 50,000 cfs |
| Jul 8, 1933 | 11 ft | 33,000 cfs |
| Jul 23, 2020 | 10.87 ft | 648 cfs |
About This Gauge
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Arikaree River at Haigler?
The Arikaree River at Haigler gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06821500) 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 Arikaree River at Haigler?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Arikaree River at Haigler is 12 feet. Action stage begins at 11 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 14 feet, and major flooding at 16 feet.
How do I get alerts when Arikaree River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Arikaree River at Haigler to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category.
Where is the Arikaree River at Haigler gauge located?
The gauge is located in Dundy County, Nebraska at coordinates 40.0179°N, 101.9958°W. USGS site number: 06821500. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
On This River
Downstream: Republican River near Benkelman
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
- The current flows in cubic feet per second, are approximate and may be affected by debris, aquatic growth, and seasonal ice in the river.