Major Flood
16 ft
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: MECN1). 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
15 ft
Minor Flood
13 ft
Action Stage
12 ft
What Floods at Each Level
16 ft
Major flood stage. Widespread and extensive flooding along Medicine Creek near Curtis.
15 ft
Moderate flood stage. Widespread flooding along Medicine Creek near Curtis.
13 ft
Flood stage. Minor flooding of low lying areas along Medicine Creek near Curtis.
12 ft
Action stage. Medicine Creek begins to overflow the lowest banks.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 12, 2019 | 8.98 ft | 430 cfs |
| May 27, 2016 | 7.57 ft | 195 cfs |
| Sep 30, 2018 | 7.51 ft | 189 cfs |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
MECN1
River
Medicine Creek
County
Frontier, NE
Coordinates
40.6322°N, 100.5678°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Medicine Creek near Curtis?
The Medicine Creek near Curtis 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 Medicine Creek near Curtis?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Medicine Creek near Curtis is 13 feet. Action stage begins at 12 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 15 feet, and major flooding at 16 feet.
How do I get alerts when Medicine Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Medicine Creek near Curtis 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 Medicine Creek near Curtis gauge located?
The gauge is located in Frontier County, Nebraska at coordinates 40.6322°N, 100.5678°W. 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 DNR
- Gauge reading may be affected by ice.