Major Flood
12 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
10 ft
Minor Flood
8 ft
Action Stage
7 ft
What Floods at Each Level
8 ft
Lowland areas near the vicinity of the gage will become flooded.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| May 30, 1935 | 14.8 ft | 15,000 cfs |
| Jun 16, 1951 | 10.43 ft | 5,260 cfs |
| May 25, 2023 | 10.4 ft | 3,600 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
CULN1
River
Frenchman Creek
County
Hitchcock, NE
Coordinates
40.2347°N, 100.8778°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Frenchman Creek at Culbertson?
The Frenchman Creek at Culbertson gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06835500) 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 Frenchman Creek at Culbertson?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Frenchman Creek at Culbertson is 8 feet. Action stage begins at 7 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 10 feet, and major flooding at 12 feet.
How do I get alerts when Frenchman Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Frenchman Creek at Culbertson 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 Frenchman Creek at Culbertson gauge located?
The gauge is located in Hitchcock County, Nebraska at coordinates 40.2347°N, 100.8778°W. USGS site number: 06835500. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
- The current flows in cubic feet per second, are approximate and may be affected by debris, aquatic growth, and seasonal ice in the river.