Major Flood
12 ft
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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
10 ft
Minor Flood
9 ft
Action Stage
8 ft
What Floods at Each Level
12 ft
Major flood stage. Significant flooding of agricultural land along the Elkhork River. Northern potions of Ewing may be impacted by flooding.
10 ft
Moderate flood stage. Widespread flooding of agricultural land along both banks of the river. Structures and roads along the Elkhorm River may begin to flood.
9.5 ft
Minor flooding should be anticipated along and near the Elkhorn River. Residents of Ewing should take precautions to protect property and livestock.
9 ft
Minor flooding can be expected as the Elkhorn River overflows into nearby agricultural land and low lying areas.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 13, 2010 | 13.26 ft | 27,300 cfs |
| Apr 6, 1949 | 10.74 ft | 7,280 cfs |
| Mar 28, 1960 | 10.66 ft | 6,440 cfs |
About This Gauge
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Elkhorn River at Ewing?
The Elkhorn River at Ewing gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06797500) 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 Elkhorn River at Ewing?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Elkhorn River at Ewing is 9 feet. Action stage begins at 8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 10 feet, and major flooding at 12 feet.
How do I get alerts when Elkhorn River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Elkhorn River at Ewing 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 Elkhorn River at Ewing gauge located?
The gauge is located in Holt County, Nebraska at coordinates 42.2683°N, 98.3394°W. USGS site number: 06797500. 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
- River forecasts for this location take into account past and future precipitation. Forecast stages may be different if forecast future rainfall does not occur.
- Gauge reading may be affected by ice.