Major Flood
28.5 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
26.5 ft
Minor Flood
23.5 ft
Action Stage
17.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
33.5 ft
Water begins to impact the Fort Street bridge.
31.5 ft
Fort Street begins to flood.
26.5 ft
At this level, businesses and recreational areas near the creek are impacted by floodwaters.
25 ft
Overbank flooding begins along the west bank.
23 ft
An access road along the west bank begins to flood.
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 20, 2024 | 26.66 ft | 12,900 cfs |
| Mar 12, 2019 | 25.58 ft | 9,140 cfs |
| Aug 23, 2016 | 24.62 ft | 8,470 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
OHAN1
River
Big Papillion Creek
County
Douglas, NE
Coordinates
41.3065°N, 96.1037°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Big Papillion Creek at Fort Street at Omaha?
The Big Papillion Creek at Fort Street at Omaha gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06610732) 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 Big Papillion Creek at Fort Street at Omaha?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Big Papillion Creek at Fort Street at Omaha is 23.5 feet. Action stage begins at 17.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 26.5 feet, and major flooding at 28.5 feet.
How do I get alerts when Big Papillion Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Big Papillion Creek at Fort Street at Omaha 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 Big Papillion Creek at Fort Street at Omaha gauge located?
The gauge is located in Douglas County, Nebraska at coordinates 41.3065°N, 96.1037°W. USGS site number: 06610732. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of the USGS
- Stage may be affected by ice.