Major Flood
17 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
16 ft
Minor Flood
12 ft
Action Stage
10 ft
What Floods at Each Level
25 ft
Water reaches the bottom of the gagehouse.
21 ft
Though very unlikely to occur, at this level water approaches the bottom of the Highway 32 bridge.
17 ft
The federal levee is threatened with overtopping which would cause widespread flooding in West Point.
16 ft
The west approach to State Highway 32 just west of the gage floods.
12 ft
Significant lowland flooding of agricultural areas is well underway.
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 8, 1993 | 18.6 ft | — |
| Mar 12, 2019 | 17.66 ft | — |
| Mar 11, 2010 | 17.48 ft | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Elkhorn River at West Point?
The Elkhorn River at West Point gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06799350) 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 West Point?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Elkhorn River at West Point is 12 feet. Action stage begins at 10 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 16 feet, and major flooding at 17 feet.
How do I get alerts when Elkhorn River rises?
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Where is the Elkhorn River at West Point gauge located?
The gauge is located in Cuming County, Nebraska at coordinates 41.8396°N, 96.7275°W. USGS site number: 06799350. 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 precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 24 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 48 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.
- Stage may be affected by ice.