Major Flood
9 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
8 ft
Minor Flood
7 ft
Action Stage
5.5 ft
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.
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 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 |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
PALN1
River
Frenchman Creek
County
Hayes, NE
Coordinates
40.3519°N, 101.1233°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Frenchman Creek at Palisade?
The Frenchman Creek at Palisade gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06834000) 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 Palisade?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Frenchman Creek at Palisade is 7 feet. Action stage begins at 5.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 8 feet, and major flooding at 9 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 Palisade 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 Palisade gauge located?
The gauge is located in Hayes County, Nebraska at coordinates 40.3519°N, 101.1233°W. USGS site number: 06834000. 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 DNR
- River forecasts for this location take into account past and future precipitation. Forecast stages may be different if forecast future rainfall does not occur.
- Gauge reading may be affected by ice.