Major Flood
24 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
23 ft
Minor Flood
21 ft
Action Stage
20 ft
What Floods at Each Level
25.5 ft
Bottom Road in Bon Homme County begins flooding.
24 ft
Highway 12 east and west of Niobrara will be flooded, and the sewage lagoons in Niobrara will be flooded. Homes and cabins in Running Water will also be threatened by high water.
23 ft
Highway 12 east of Niobrara could be overtopped by water backing up Bazile Creek.
22.5 ft
The fishing road on the south bank near Niobrara is flooded.
22 ft
The road to the Niobrara sewer lagoon is flooded.
21 ft
Both banks overflow and some boat docks near Niobrara are flooded.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 25, 2011 | 26.76 ft | — |
| Jul 21, 2010 | 23.64 ft | — |
| Jan 16, 2007 | 22.5 ft | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Missouri River at Niobrara?
The Missouri River at Niobrara gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06466010) 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 Niobrara?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Missouri River at Niobrara is 21 feet. Action stage begins at 20 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 23 feet, and major flooding at 24 feet.
How do I get alerts when Missouri River rises?
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Where is the Missouri River at Niobrara gauge located?
The gauge is located in Knox County, Nebraska at coordinates 42.7617°N, 98.0278°W. USGS site number: 06466010. 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. Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
- Gauge reading affected by reservoir operations.