Major Flood
1234 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
1221 ft
Minor Flood
1210 ft
Action Stage
1208 ft
What Floods at Each Level
1234 ft
Top of dam elevation.
1221.4 ft
Elevation at maximum spillway design discharge capacity.
1210 ft
Maximum operating pool.
1208 ft
Base of the exclusive flood control zone.
1204.5 ft
Base flood control elevation.
1180 ft
Spillway crest elevation.
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 14, 2019 | 1212.02 ft | — |
| Mar 31, 1960 | 1210.6 ft | — |
| May 31, 2010 | 1209.7 ft | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Missouri River at Gavins Point Dam?
The Missouri River at Gavins Point Dam gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06467000) 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 Gavins Point Dam?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Missouri River at Gavins Point Dam is 1210 feet. Action stage begins at 1208 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 1221 feet, and major flooding at 1234 feet.
How do I get alerts when Missouri River rises?
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Where is the Missouri River at Gavins Point Dam gauge located?
The gauge is located in Cedar County, Nebraska at coordinates 42.8489°N, 97.4817°W. USGS site number: 06467000. 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 U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
- Gauge reading affected by reservoir operations.