Major Flood
24 ft
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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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
21 ft
Minor Flood
16 ft
Action Stage
14 ft
What Floods at Each Level
27 ft
Water begins to flow over the bridge at Arbor Road.
26.5 ft
Floodwaters begin to impact the bottom of the Arbor Road bridge at the gage site.
21 ft
Widespread lowland flooding is ongoing, similar to what was experienced in May of 2015. The severity of the flooding will depend on the amount of backwater flooding due to Salt Creek.
16 ft
Lowland flooding begins downstream of the gage site.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
Low-Water Impacts
1.1
This value represents the lower operating limit of the river gage.
What happens as water levels drop, per the National Weather Service.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| May 6, 2015 | 21.65 ft | 9,790 cfs |
| Jul 23, 1993 | 20.58 ft | 8,480 cfs |
| Aug 25, 1987 | 20.02 ft | 7,640 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
LICN1
River
Little Salt Creek
County
Lancaster, NE
Coordinates
40.8931°N, 96.6817°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Little Salt Creek near Lincoln (Arbor Road)?
The Little Salt Creek near Lincoln (Arbor Road) gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06803510) 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 Salt Creek near Lincoln (Arbor Road)?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Little Salt Creek near Lincoln (Arbor Road) is 16 feet. Action stage begins at 14 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 21 feet, and major flooding at 24 feet.
How do I get alerts when Little Salt Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Little Salt Creek near Lincoln (Arbor Road) 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 Salt Creek near Lincoln (Arbor Road) gauge located?
The gauge is located in Lancaster County, Nebraska at coordinates 40.8931°N, 96.6817°W. USGS site number: 06803510. 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
- Stage may be affected by ice.