Major Flood
15.5 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
14.5 ft
Minor Flood
13.5 ft
Action Stage
11.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
17 ft
The bridge at the gage site will overtop.
15.5 ft
Major flooding is ongoing primarily impacting Alexandria along the southern part of town. In addition, Highway 53 may flood.
15 ft
Floodwaters begin to impact the bottom of the bridge at the gage site.
13.5 ft
Far southern portions of Alexandria, near the railroad, may begin to flood. In addition, gravel roads along the creek begin to be impacted as widespread lowland flooding is ongoing.
11.5 ft
Lowland flooding begins.
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 6, 2015 | 17.08 ft | 26,400 cfs |
| Jun 12, 1984 | 16.71 ft | 21,900 cfs |
| Jul 24, 1992 | 15.98 ft | 15,200 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
AXDN1
River
Big Sandy Creek
County
Jefferson, NE
Coordinates
40.2283°N, 97.3500°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Big Sandy Creek near Alexandria?
The Big Sandy Creek near Alexandria gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06883940) 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 Sandy Creek near Alexandria?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Big Sandy Creek near Alexandria is 13.5 feet. Action stage begins at 11.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 14.5 feet, and major flooding at 15.5 feet.
How do I get alerts when Big Sandy Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Big Sandy Creek near Alexandria 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 Sandy Creek near Alexandria gauge located?
The gauge is located in Jefferson County, Nebraska at coordinates 40.2283°N, 97.3500°W. USGS site number: 06883940. 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 Nebraska DWEE
- Stage may be affected by ice during winter months.