Major Flood
20 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
17 ft
Minor Flood
15 ft
Action Stage
13 ft
What Floods at Each Level
22.5 ft
Water begins to impact the bottom of the bridge at the gage site.
20 ft
Backwater effects the mouth of the creek and may affect the gage as well. When both the Blue and Lincoln Creeks are high and overflowing, a lake is created near the gage.
17 ft
Continuous flooding continues across the lowlands with some county roads inundated by flood waters. Access to the gage from the east floods.
15 ft
Rural overflows begin across the area.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 16, 1957 | 20.53 ft | 10,100 cfs |
| May 11, 2005 | 19.91 ft | 5,270 cfs |
| Jul 19, 1985 | 19.6 ft | 5,300 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Lincoln Creek near Seward?
The Lincoln Creek near Seward gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06880000) 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 Lincoln Creek near Seward?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Lincoln Creek near Seward is 15 feet. Action stage begins at 13 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 17 feet, and major flooding at 20 feet.
How do I get alerts when Lincoln Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Lincoln Creek near Seward 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 Lincoln Creek near Seward gauge located?
The gauge is located in Seward County, Nebraska at coordinates 40.9158°N, 97.1453°W. USGS site number: 06880000. 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 DWEE
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 24 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 48 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.
- Stage may be affected by ice.