RIVER GAUGE · ELKHORN RIVER
Elkhorn River near Winslow
Dodge County, Nebraska
Water level8.36 ft
Flow769 cfs
Last readingSep 16, 2026, 4:45 PM UTC (last recorded)
Action14 ft
Minor flood17 ft
Moderate flood20 ft
Major flood23 ft
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 27 ft
At this level, the levee surrounding Hooper may begin to overtop.
- 26 ft
Water begins to impact the County Road J bridge east of Winslow.
- 22 ft
Water begins to flow over County Road J east of Winslow.
- 21 ft
Water nears the top of the levee protecting Winslow.
- 20 ft
Water may begin to impact Highway 77 near Winslow.
- 17 ft
Water begins to flow over County Road J west of the gage.
- 14 ft
At this level, flood mitigation efforts begin along the river.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 13, 2019 | 24.14 ft | 76,200 cfs |
| Jun 14, 2010 | 20.4 ft | 45,200 cfs |
| Jun 25, 2018 | 18.66 ft | 31,300 cfs |
More on Elkhorn River
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