Conestoga Lake
Nebraska — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Lancaster County, Nebraska. Live water level data from USGS, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: DTON1). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
Flood Stages
Major Flood
1251.9 ft
Minor Flood
1238.7 ft
Action Stage
1234.58 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
1260.2 ft
This value represents the height of the dam.
1258.2 ft
This value represents the maximum surcharge elevation at this reservoir.
1251.9 ft
This value represents the level when water begins to flow over the spillway.
1238.7 ft
This value represents when 20-percent of the flood storage is being used.
1234.58 ft
This value represents when 5-percent of the flood storage is being used.
1232.9 ft
This value represents the beginning of the exclusive flood control pool.
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 23, 1987 | 1241.1 ft | -9,999 cfs |
| Mar 23, 1987 | 1241.1 ft | -9,999 cfs |
| May 6, 2015 | 1237.2 ft | -9,999 cfs |
| May 6, 2015 | 1237.2 ft | -9,999 cfs |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
DTON1
County
Lancaster, NE
Coordinates
40.7647°N, 96.8458°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Conestoga Lake?
The Conestoga Lake gauge is maintained by USGS 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 Conestoga Lake?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Conestoga Lake is 1238.7 feet. Action stage begins at 1234.58 feet. Moderate flooding starts at N/A feet, and major flooding at 1251.9 feet.
How do I get alerts when this river rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Conestoga Lake to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category — even when your screen is off.
Where is the Conestoga Lake gauge located?
The gauge is located in Lancaster County, Nebraska at coordinates 40.7647°N, 96.8458°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: the Army Corps of Engineers (SC12)
- Stage may be affected by ice.