Major Flood
36 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
32 ft
Minor Flood
30 ft
Action Stage
23 ft
What Floods at Each Level
36 ft
Water approaches the road surface along Highway 36 northwest of Bennington.
35 ft
Water reaches the bottom of the Highway 36 bridge northwest of Bennington.
32 ft
The playing fields west of Bennington are likely inundated with floodwaters.
30 ft
Croplands near the gage site begin to flood. In addition, playing fields located west of Bennington along the creek may begin 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 | 26.99 ft | 12,400 cfs |
| Aug 22, 2016 | 24.84 ft | 8,730 cfs |
| Jun 4, 2010 | 23.41 ft | 6,140 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
BEBN1
River
Big Papillion Creek
County
Douglas, NE
Coordinates
41.3788°N, 96.1829°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Big Papillion Creek near Bennington?
The Big Papillion Creek near Bennington gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06610720) 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 near Bennington?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Big Papillion Creek near Bennington is 30 feet. Action stage begins at 23 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 32 feet, and major flooding at 36 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 near Bennington 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 near Bennington gauge located?
The gauge is located in Douglas County, Nebraska at coordinates 41.3788°N, 96.1829°W. USGS site number: 06610720. 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.