Major Flood
8.5 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
7.5 ft
Minor Flood
6.5 ft
Action Stage
6 ft
What Floods at Each Level
8.5 ft
Major and widespread flooding along the Middle Loup River. Water will approach outbuildings and homes. Roads along the river may be inundated.
7.5 ft
Flood waters approach properties along the Middle Loup River with flooding of corrals and outbuildings possible.
6.5 ft
Minor flooding along the Middle Loup River impacting agricultural land.
6 ft
Lowland flooding along the Middle Loup River.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 19, 2025 | 7.35 ft | — |
| Mar 30, 1949 | 7.02 ft | — |
| Mar 24, 1996 | 6.15 ft | 2,480 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
DNGN1
River
Middle Loup River
County
Blaine, NE
Coordinates
41.8308°N, 100.0994°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Middle Loup River near Dunning?
The Middle Loup River near Dunning gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06775500) 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 near Dunning?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Middle Loup River near Dunning is 6.5 feet. Action stage begins at 6 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 7.5 feet, and major flooding at 8.5 feet.
How do I get alerts when Middle Loup River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Middle Loup River near Dunning 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 Middle Loup River near Dunning gauge located?
The gauge is located in Blaine County, Nebraska at coordinates 41.8308°N, 100.0994°W. USGS site number: 06775500. 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
- Gauge reading may be affected by ice.