Major Flood
1128.2 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: OAAN1). 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.
Moderate Flood
1122 ft
Minor Flood
1119 ft
Action Stage
1112 ft
What Floods at Each Level
1143.5 ft
This value represents the height of the dam.
1138.2 ft
This value represents the maximum surcharge elevation at this reservoir.
1128.2 ft
This value represents the level when water begins to flow over the spillway.
1124 ft
The boat ramp and parking lot are underwater.
1122 ft
Water begins to overtop the bridge at 168th Street.
1119 ft
The boat ramp is underwater.
1115.22 ft
This value represents when 20-percent of the flood storage is being used.
1112 ft
The bike path under the 168th street bridge will be inaccessible.
1111.46 ft
This value represents when 5-percent of the flood storage is being used.
1110 ft
This value represents the beginning of the exclusive flood control pool.
1060.5 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 23, 1993 | 1116.8 ft | -9,999 cfs |
| Mar 13, 2019 | 1116.14 ft | — |
| May 6, 2015 | 1113.6 ft | -9,999 cfs |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
OAAN1
County
Douglas, NE
Coordinates
41.2175°N, 96.1611°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Lake Zorinsky?
The Lake Zorinsky 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 Lake Zorinsky?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Lake Zorinsky is 1119 feet. Action stage begins at 1112 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 1122 feet, and major flooding at 1128.2 feet.
How do I get alerts when this river rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Lake Zorinsky 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 Lake Zorinsky gauge located?
The gauge is located in Douglas County, Nebraska at coordinates 41.2175°N, 96.1611°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
- Stage may be affected by ice.