Major Flood
15 ft
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: SOMN1). 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
14 ft
Minor Flood
12 ft
Action Stage
11 ft
What Floods at Each Level
17 ft
Water approaches and begins to overflow Darnell Road.
15 ft
Major flood stage. Widespread and extensive flooding along Medicine Creek nortwest of Wellfleet.
14 ft
Moderate flood stage. Widespread flooding along Medicine Creek northwest of Wellfleet.
12 ft
Flood stage. Minor flooding of low lying areas along Medicine Creek nortwest of Wellfleet.
11 ft
Action stage. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 1, 2025 | 8.06 ft | 210 cfs |
| May 18, 2016 | 6.68 ft | 124 cfs |
| Mar 14, 2015 | 6.08 ft | 95 cfs |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
SOMN1
River
Medicine Creek
County
Lincoln, NE
Coordinates
40.7969°N, 100.8192°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Medicine Creek near Somerset?
The Medicine Creek near Somerset 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 Somerset?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Medicine Creek near Somerset is 12 feet. Action stage begins at 11 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 14 feet, and major flooding at 15 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 Somerset 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 Somerset gauge located?
The gauge is located in Lincoln County, Nebraska at coordinates 40.7969°N, 100.8192°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.