Major Flood
1951 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
1950 ft
Minor Flood
1948 ft
Action Stage
1947 ft
What Floods at Each Level
1952 ft
Flood waters reach the bottom of the Highway 20 bridge and could possibly be over the road between O'Neill and the bridge.
1951 ft
Major flood stage. Widespread flooding of agricultural land along the Elkhorn River.
1950 ft
Moderate flood stage. Moderate flooding of agricultural and lowlands along the Elkhorn River. Flooding between the Elkhorn River and Dry Creek around the Dry Creek Wildlife Management Area.
1948 ft
Minor flood stage. Minor lowland flooding along the Elkhorn River. Flooding could occur between the Elkhorn River and Dry Creek around the Dry Creek Wildlife Management Area.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 31, 2023 | 1943.4 ft | — |
| Jul 8, 2023 | 1942.74 ft | — |
| Jun 23, 2023 | 1942.7 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
EONN1
River
Elkhorn River
County
Holt, NE
Coordinates
42.4332°N, 98.5991°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Elkhorn River at O'Neill?
The Elkhorn River at O'Neill 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 Elkhorn River at O'Neill?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Elkhorn River at O'Neill is 1948 feet. Action stage begins at 1947 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 1950 feet, and major flooding at 1951 feet.
How do I get alerts when Elkhorn River rises?
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Where is the Elkhorn River at O'Neill gauge located?
The gauge is located in Holt County, Nebraska at coordinates 42.4332°N, 98.5991°W. 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 MATC
- Stage may be affected by ice.