Major Flood
36 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
34 ft
Minor Flood
29 ft
Action Stage
21.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
34 ft
Floodwaters will overtop the upper east bank and affect local businesses.
30 ft
Water reaches the bottom of the bridge at the gage site.
29 ft
Water begins to overflow both banks.
21.5 ft
The bike path near the gage begins to be impacted.
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 20, 2024 | 22.56 ft | 13,600 cfs |
| Aug 21, 2011 | 19.03 ft | 8,370 cfs |
| Aug 17, 2015 | 17.74 ft | 7,800 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
OMLN1
River
Little Papillion Creek
County
Douglas, NE
Coordinates
41.2450°N, 96.0201°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Little Papillion Creek at Ak-sar-ben at Omaha?
The Little Papillion Creek at Ak-sar-ben at Omaha gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06610765) 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 Papillion Creek at Ak-sar-ben at Omaha?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Little Papillion Creek at Ak-sar-ben at Omaha is 29 feet. Action stage begins at 21.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 34 feet, and major flooding at 36 feet.
How do I get alerts when Little Papillion Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Little Papillion Creek at Ak-sar-ben at Omaha 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 Papillion Creek at Ak-sar-ben at Omaha gauge located?
The gauge is located in Douglas County, Nebraska at coordinates 41.2450°N, 96.0201°W. USGS site number: 06610765. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Upstream: Little Papillion Creek near Irvington
Downstream: Big Papillion Creek at Q Street at Omaha
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of the USGS
- Stage may be affected by ice.