Major Flood
29.5 ft
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: ARPN1). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
27 ft
Minor Flood
24 ft
Action Stage
22 ft
What Floods at Each Level
29.5 ft
Water begins to impact Highway 6 and significant crop and lowland flooding occurs.
29 ft
The river will reach the bottom of the Highway 6 bridge.
27 ft
Significant crop and lowland flooding occurs.
24 ft
Water floods crops in fields northeast and southeast of the river gauge.
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 21, 1947 | 31 ft | -9,999 cfs |
| May 7, 1986 | 28.9 ft | 10,800 cfs |
| Jun 24, 1989 | 25.6 ft | 5,610 cfs |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
ARPN1
River
Muddy Creek
County
Furnas, NE
Coordinates
40.3064°N, 99.9114°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Muddy Creek at Arapahoe?
The Muddy Creek at Arapahoe gauge is maintained by USGS 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 Muddy Creek at Arapahoe?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Muddy Creek at Arapahoe is 24 feet. Action stage begins at 22 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 27 feet, and major flooding at 29.5 feet.
How do I get alerts when Muddy Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Muddy Creek at Arapahoe 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 Muddy Creek at Arapahoe gauge located?
The gauge is located in Furnas County, Nebraska at coordinates 40.3064°N, 99.9114°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Upstream: Muddy Creek at Furnas-Gosper County Line
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of the Nebraska DWEE
- Stage may be affected by ice.