Major Flood
14 ft
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: RCKN1). 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
11 ft
Minor Flood
8.5 ft
Action Stage
7.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
14 ft
Floodwaters will cover Highway 68.
11 ft
Floodwaters reach the Rockville sewer lagoon.
9 ft
Flooding will begin to impact South River Road making it more difficult to access several homes. There will also be widespread flooding of pasture land along the river, which will extend the river width to over one half mile in places.
8.5 ft
The river extends well outside of its left and right downstream bank reaching a maximum width of nearly one half mile, more than doubling it's normal width. Widespread flooding of pature land is expected both upstream and downstream of the Rockville river gauge.
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 | 11.43 ft | — |
| Dec 30, 2018 | 8.96 ft | — |
| Jan 26, 2017 | 8.06 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
RCKN1
River
Middle Loup River
County
Sherman, NE
Coordinates
41.1108°N, 98.8356°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Middle Loup River at Rockville?
The Middle Loup River at Rockville 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 Middle Loup River at Rockville?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Middle Loup River at Rockville is 8.5 feet. Action stage begins at 7.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 11 feet, and major flooding at 14 feet.
How do I get alerts when Middle Loup River rises?
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Where is the Middle Loup River at Rockville gauge located?
The gauge is located in Sherman County, Nebraska at coordinates 41.1108°N, 98.8356°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 DWEE
- Stage may be affected by ice.