Major Flood
21 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
19 ft
Minor Flood
17 ft
Action Stage
15 ft
What Floods at Each Level
17 ft
Lowland areas will become flooded.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 6, 1950 | 25.43 ft | 4,740 cfs |
| Sep 7, 1951 | 24.76 ft | 4,470 cfs |
| Jun 16, 1956 | 23.1 ft | 3,810 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
MCKN1
River
Driftwood Creek
County
Red Willow, NE
Coordinates
40.1458°N, 100.6728°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Driftwood Creek near McCook?
The Driftwood Creek near McCook gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06836500) 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 Driftwood Creek near McCook?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Driftwood Creek near McCook is 17 feet. Action stage begins at 15 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 19 feet, and major flooding at 21 feet.
How do I get alerts when Driftwood Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Driftwood Creek near McCook 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 Driftwood Creek near McCook gauge located?
The gauge is located in Red Willow County, Nebraska at coordinates 40.1458°N, 100.6728°W. USGS site number: 06836500. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
On This River
Downstream: Republican River at McCook
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
- The current flows in cubic feet per second, are approximate and may be affected by debris, aquatic growth, and seasonal ice in the river.