RIVER GAUGE · FRENCHMAN CREEK
Frenchman Creek at Palisade
Hayes County, Nebraska
Water level2.10 ft
Flow11 cfs
Last readingSep 16, 2026, 4:45 PM UTC (last recorded)
Action5.5 ft274 cfs
Minor flood7 ft514 cfs
Moderate flood8 ft697 cfs
Major flood9 ft7,000 cfs
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 9 ft
Major flood stage. Widespread flooding along Frenchman Creek from Wauneta to Palisade. County roads and bridges on Frenchman Creek are flooded.
- 8 ft
Moderate flood stage. Flooding begins between Wauneta and Palidade. Some areas of Palisade near Kotter Park will be flooded.
- 7 ft
Flood stage. Agricultural areas along Frenchman Creek flood.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| May 25, 2023 | 12.26 ft | 5,100 cfs |
| Jun 21, 2011 | 8.81 ft | 508 cfs |
| Jun 16, 1956 | 8.79 ft | 5,560 cfs |
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