Major Flood
43 ft
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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
38.5 ft
Minor Flood
34 ft
Action Stage
33 ft
What Floods at Each Level
44 ft
Water nears the top of the federal levees on both sides of the river.
43 ft
A portion of the federal levee along the Missouri side will be near overtopping. If overtopped this flooding will impact a significant portion of Interstate 29 and Highway 136.
40 ft
A hiking trail along the river on the Nebraska side is likely flooded.
39.5 ft
The access road to the power plant begins flooding, also portions of 648A Avenue flood near Brownville.
35 ft
The parking lot and boat ramp south of Highway 136 on the Nebraska side are underwater.
33 ft
Agricultural lowlands along the river begin to flood.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
Low-Water Impacts
16.5
Water intake structures along this stretch of the river begin to be monitored for possible exposure.
8.5
Water intake structures begin to be shutoff at this level.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 15, 2019 | 45.73 ft | — |
| Jun 22, 2011 | 44.79 ft | — |
| Jul 23, 1993 | 44.3 ft | -9,999 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Missouri River at Brownville?
The Missouri River at Brownville gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06810070) 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 Missouri River at Brownville?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Missouri River at Brownville is 34 feet. Action stage begins at 33 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 38.5 feet, and major flooding at 43 feet.
How do I get alerts when Missouri River rises?
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Where is the Missouri River at Brownville gauge located?
The gauge is located in Nemaha County, Nebraska at coordinates 40.3982°N, 95.6537°W. USGS site number: 06810070. 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
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 24 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 48 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.
- Stage may be affected by ice.