Missouri River at Brownville
Nemaha County, Nebraska
The past week
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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.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 15, 2019 | 45.73 ft | — |
| Jun 22, 2011 | 44.79 ft | — |
| Jul 23, 1993 | 44.3 ft | -9,999 cfs |
When the water runs low
- 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.
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