Major Flood
13 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
11 ft
Minor Flood
9.5 ft
Action Stage
8.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
13 ft
In addition to County Road 56, Highway 30 will also likely be flooded.
10.5 ft
Floodwaters are likely overtopping the bridge on Road 56.
9.5 ft
Water reaches bottom of the bridge on County Road 56 and may begin to spill onto Road 56. In addition, a home along the creek may be impacted by floodwaters.
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 12, 2019 | 10.73 ft | — |
| May 23, 2003 | 10.59 ft | 322 cfs |
| May 23, 2008 | 10.55 ft | 857 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
EMCN1
River
Elm Creek (trib. to Platte River)
County
Buffalo, NE
Coordinates
40.7289°N, 99.3981°W
Get Flood Alerts for Elm Creek (trib. to Platte River)
StormCast monitors this gauge and sends a push notification to your phone when the water level crosses into a new flood category — even at 3 AM.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Elm Creek (trib. to Platte River) near Elm Creek?
The Elm Creek (trib. to Platte River) near Elm Creek gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06769525) 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 Elm Creek (trib. to Platte River) near Elm Creek?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Elm Creek (trib. to Platte River) near Elm Creek is 9.5 feet. Action stage begins at 8.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 11 feet, and major flooding at 13 feet.
How do I get alerts when Elm Creek (trib. to Platte River) rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Elm Creek (trib. to Platte River) near Elm Creek 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 Elm Creek (trib. to Platte River) near Elm Creek gauge located?
The gauge is located in Buffalo County, Nebraska at coordinates 40.7289°N, 99.3981°W. USGS site number: 06769525. 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
- Stage may be affected by ice.