Major Flood
41 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
38 ft
Minor Flood
37 ft
Action Stage
33 ft
What Floods at Each Level
45 ft
The USGS gage house begins to be impacted.
44 ft
Highway 12 begins to flood.
39 ft
A river access road upstream of the bridge begins to flood.
38 ft
Water reaches the bottom of the Highway 12 bridge.
33 ft
Overbank flooding begins.
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 13, 2019 | 41.64 ft | — |
| Jul 21, 2010 | 34.91 ft | — |
| Feb 15, 2011 | 34.29 ft | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Niobrara River at Niobrara?
The Niobrara River at Niobrara gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06466000) 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 Niobrara River at Niobrara?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Niobrara River at Niobrara is 37 feet. Action stage begins at 33 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 38 feet, and major flooding at 41 feet.
How do I get alerts when Niobrara River rises?
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Where is the Niobrara River at Niobrara gauge located?
The gauge is located in Knox County, Nebraska at coordinates 42.7485°N, 98.0582°W. USGS site number: 06466000. 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 the USGS
- Stage may be affected by ice.