RIVER GAUGE · NIOBRARA RIVER
Niobrara River near Nenzel 8S
Cherry County, Nebraska
Water level0.57 ft
Flow—
Last readingSep 16, 2026, 4:45 PM UTC (last recorded)
Action6 ft
Minor flood8 ft
Moderate flood10 ft
Major flood12 ft
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 12 ft
Major flood stage. Widespread flooding along the Niobrara River.
- 10 ft
Moderate flood stage. Roads and structures along the Niobrara River will be impacted. River gage readings may also be impacted at this level.
- 8 ft
Flood stage. Minor flooding along the Niobrara River. Recreational interests on and along the river are impacted.
- 6 ft
Low lying areas along the Niobrara River may flood. Recreational interests on and along the river may begin to be impacted.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 24, 2019 | 6.39 ft | 5,570 cfs |
| Jun 13, 2009 | 3.83 ft | 1,360 cfs |
| Jun 14, 2010 | 3.46 ft | 1,300 cfs |
More on Niobrara River
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DownstreamNiobrara River near Sparks
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