Major Flood
18 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
15 ft
Action Stage
13 ft
What Floods at Each Level
21.4 ft
Water reaches the bottom of the gage house.
20 ft
Water may begin to impact 536th Avenue.
16.5 ft
Water nears the bottom of the 536th Avenue bridge.
15 ft
Floodwaters begin to overflow the north bank. In addition the south bank above the bridge begins to overflow.
11.5 ft
Floodwaters begin to overflow the south bank below the bridge.
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 | 16.14 ft | 32,200 cfs |
| Mar 13, 2019 | 13.64 ft | 22,900 cfs |
| Feb 7, 2024 | 9.98 ft | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Elkhorn River near Tilden?
The Elkhorn River near Tilden gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06798780) 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 Tilden?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Elkhorn River near Tilden is 15 feet. Action stage begins at 13 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 16 feet, and major flooding at 18 feet.
How do I get alerts when Elkhorn River rises?
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Where is the Elkhorn River near Tilden gauge located?
The gauge is located in Madison County, Nebraska at coordinates 42.0558°N, 97.7953°W. USGS site number: 06798780. 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 DWEE
- Stage may be affected by ice.