Buffalo Creek near Springfield
Nebraska — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Sarpy County, Nebraska on the Buffalo Creek. Live water level data from USGS gauge 06805515, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Major Flood
38 ft
Moderate Flood
37 ft
Minor Flood
34 ft
Action Stage
31 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
36.5 ft
A residential driveway begins to flood, though the home itself is well above the floodplain.
36 ft
The road, 168th Street, leading to the bridge, and the bridge itself are flooded.
34 ft
The natural banks begin to be overtopped. Prior to this level, ditches are filling which may allow nearby fields to flood.
33.5 ft
The bottom of the bridge at the gage site is impacted by floodwaters.
31 ft
Water enters ditches and culvert inlets along the right bank.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
Low-Water Impacts
5 ft
Stage needed to inundate designated Gulf Sturgeon critical habitat below Jim Woodruff Lock and Dam.
3 ft
Temporary (not sustainable) operating level for of Scholz Power Plant
What happens as water levels drop, per the National Weather Service.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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About This Gauge
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Buffalo Creek near Springfield?
The Buffalo Creek near Springfield gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06805515) 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 Springfield?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Buffalo Creek near Springfield is 34 feet. Action stage begins at 31 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 37 feet, and major flooding at 38 feet.
How do I get alerts when Buffalo Creek rises?
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Where is the Buffalo Creek near Springfield gauge located?
The gauge is located in Sarpy County, Nebraska at coordinates 41.0631°N, 96.1767°W. USGS site number: 06805515. 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.