RIVER GAUGE · NIOBRARA RIVER
Niobrara River at Mariaville
Keya Paha County, Nebraska
Water level3.15 ft
Flow—
Last readingSep 16, 2026, 4:45 PM UTC (last recorded)
Action5.5 ft5,000 cfs
Minor flood6 ft
Moderate flood7 ft
Major flood9 ft
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 9 ft
Major flood stage with significant flooding along the river.
- 7 ft
Moderate flood stage. Moderate flooding is possible. Lowlands along the river will be impacted by rising water levels.
- 6 ft
Flood stage. Minor flooding along the lower banks.
- 5.5 ft
Minor flooding of lowland directly along the river. Recreational interest's along and on the river may be impacted.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 13, 2019 | 7.72 ft | 30,900 cfs |
| Jan 8, 2014 | 6.83 ft | 1,090 cfs |
| Mar 5, 2018 | 6 ft | 2,010 cfs |
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