Major Flood
13 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
11 ft
Minor Flood
8 ft
Action Stage
7 ft
What Floods at Each Level
13 ft
Water covers the county road and a home near the gage site may begin to flood.
11 ft
Water reaches the bottom of the bridge and covers the west approach of the gravel road leading to the gage. In addition, the base of the gage house floods.
8 ft
Flooding occurs in low lying areas and in farm land.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 14, 2019 | 8.42 ft | 7,500 cfs |
| Jun 22, 1947 | 7.5 ft | 4,000 cfs |
| May 29, 1995 | 6.35 ft | 2,430 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Cedar River near Spalding?
The Cedar River near Spalding gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06791500) 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 Cedar River near Spalding?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Cedar River near Spalding is 8 feet. Action stage begins at 7 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 11 feet, and major flooding at 13 feet.
How do I get alerts when Cedar River rises?
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Where is the Cedar River near Spalding gauge located?
The gauge is located in Greeley County, Nebraska at coordinates 41.7114°N, 98.4467°W. USGS site number: 06791500. 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.