Major Flood
16 ft
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FLOOD STAGES
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Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
15 ft
Minor Flood
11 ft
Action Stage
9 ft
What Floods at Each Level
15 ft
Water will cover highway 30 and the nearby railroad lines. In addition, there will be extensive flooding of agricultural areas and numerous county roads.
12 ft
Flooding reaches the bottom of the highway 30 bridge and spreads outward across lowland agricultural areas adjacent to the creek.
11 ft
Road 751 west of Road 447 will be under water at several locations. In addition, other county roads along the Buffalo Creek also begin to flood. A record crest of 11.4 feet was set on July 10th 2019, with the second highest crest of 11.36 feet set on May 25th 2008.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 9, 2019 | 11.4 ft | 473 cfs |
| May 24, 2008 | 11.36 ft | 396 cfs |
| Feb 24, 2007 | 11.2 ft | 395 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Buffalo Creek near Overton?
The Buffalo Creek near Overton gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06769000) 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 Buffalo Creek near Overton?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Buffalo Creek near Overton is 11 feet. Action stage begins at 9 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 15 feet, and major flooding at 16 feet.
How do I get alerts when Buffalo Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Buffalo Creek near Overton 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 Buffalo Creek near Overton gauge located?
The gauge is located in Dawson County, Nebraska at coordinates 40.7344°N, 99.5056°W. USGS site number: 06769000. 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.