Major Flood
10 ft
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: ATNN1). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
9 ft
Minor Flood
7.5 ft
Action Stage
6 ft
What Floods at Each Level
10 ft
Water may begin to cover county road 479 Avenue between Elkorn River and Highway 20.
9.5 ft
Water may begin to approach county road 479 Avenue between Elkhorn River and Highway 20.
9 ft
Moderate flooding of agricultural and pasture land along Elkorn River.
7.5 ft
Minor flooding along the Elkhorn River. Pasture land along the river will be flooded.
6 ft
Low lying areas along the Elkhorn River begin to flood.
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 | 10.27 ft | 6,790 cfs |
| May 28, 1995 | 9.27 ft | 4,060 cfs |
| Mar 15, 2019 | 9.1 ft | 3,500 cfs |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
ATNN1
River
Elkhorn River
County
Holt, NE
Coordinates
42.4866°N, 98.9121°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Elkhorn River near Atkinson?
The Elkhorn River near Atkinson 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 near Atkinson?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Elkhorn River near Atkinson is 7.5 feet. Action stage begins at 6 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 9 feet, and major flooding at 10 feet.
How do I get alerts when Elkhorn River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Elkhorn River near Atkinson 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 near Atkinson gauge located?
The gauge is located in Holt County, Nebraska at coordinates 42.4866°N, 98.9121°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 Nebraska DNR
- Gauge reading may be affected by ice.