Major Flood
1267.2 ft
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: LNCN1). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Minor Flood
1249.71 ft
Action Stage
1244.59 ft
What Floods at Each Level
1271.3 ft
This value represents the height of the dam.
1269.7 ft
This value represents the maximum surcharge elevation at this reservoir.
1267.2 ft
This value represents the level when water begins to flow over the spillway.
1249.71 ft
This value represents when 20-percent of the flood storage is being used.
1244.59 ft
This value represents when 5-percent of the flood storage is being used.
1242.4 ft
This value represents the beginning of the exclusive flood control pool.
1240 ft
This value represents the beginning of the conservation pool.
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 9, 2016 | 1250.16 ft | — |
| Jul 23, 1993 | 1250 ft | -9,999 cfs |
| May 6, 2015 | 1246.8 ft | -9,999 cfs |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
LNCN1
County
Lancaster, NE
Coordinates
40.7822°N, 96.6375°W
Get Flood Alerts for Holmes Lake
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Holmes Lake?
The Holmes Lake gauge is maintained by USGS 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 Holmes Lake?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Holmes Lake is 1249.71 feet. Action stage begins at 1244.59 feet. Moderate flooding starts at N/A feet, and major flooding at 1267.2 feet.
How do I get alerts when this river rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Holmes Lake 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 Holmes Lake gauge located?
The gauge is located in Lancaster County, Nebraska at coordinates 40.7822°N, 96.6375°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
On This River
Downstream: Antelope Creek at Lincoln (27th Street)
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Source & Notes
- Stage may be affected by ice.