Major Flood
27 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
23 ft
Minor Flood
22 ft
Action Stage
20 ft
What Floods at Each Level
31.5 ft
Water nears the bottom of the Highway 136 bridge at the gauge site.
27 ft
A vast portion of the reach is under water along the length of the river channel.
23 ft
State Highway 136 between the gage and Auburn begins to flood.
22 ft
Lowland flooding occurs along the lower banks both upstream and downstream of the gage.
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 8, 1950 | 27.65 ft | 164,000 cfs |
| Jul 23, 1993 | 26.49 ft | 105,000 cfs |
| May 4, 2001 | 25.72 ft | 73,600 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
ABRN1
River
Little Nemaha River
County
Nemaha, NE
Coordinates
40.3928°N, 95.8127°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Little Nemaha River near Auburn?
The Little Nemaha River near Auburn gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06811500) 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 Little Nemaha River near Auburn?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Little Nemaha River near Auburn is 22 feet. Action stage begins at 20 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 23 feet, and major flooding at 27 feet.
How do I get alerts when Little Nemaha River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Little Nemaha River near Auburn 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 Little Nemaha River near Auburn gauge located?
The gauge is located in Nemaha County, Nebraska at coordinates 40.3928°N, 95.8127°W. USGS site number: 06811500. 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 USGS
- 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.
- 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.
- Stage may be affected by ice.