RIVER GAUGE · ELKHORN RIVER
Elkhorn River at Neligh
Antelope County, Nebraska
Water level2.47 ft
Flow140 cfs
Last readingSep 16, 2026, 4:45 PM UTC (last recorded)
Action9 ft
Minor flood11 ft
Moderate flood12 ft
Major flood14 ft
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 13 ft
Widespread flooding is encountered along the majority of the reach.
- 11 ft
The city park in Neligh along the right bank floods. There are a few homes also prone to overflows near the gage on the right bank.
- 10 ft
The right bank floods farm and pasture lands.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 13, 2010 | 15.54 ft | 42,500 cfs |
| May 29, 1995 | 13.37 ft | 19,300 cfs |
| Jun 22, 1947 | 12.53 ft | 12,000 cfs |
More on Elkhorn River
UpstreamElkhorn River at Ewing
DownstreamElkhorn River near Tilden
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