RIVER GAUGE · NORTH FORK BIG NEMAHA RIVER
North Fork Big Nemaha River at Humboldt
Richardson County, Nebraska
Water level7.03 ft
Flow1,980 cfs
Last readingSep 16, 2026, 5:00 PM UTC (last recorded)
Action26 ft
Minor flood28 ft
Moderate flood29.5 ft
Major flood31 ft
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 48 ft
The railroad tracks on the south side of Humboldt overtop.
- 41 ft
Water nears the bottom of the bridge, Highway 105, located at the gage site. In addition, at this level the gage house is impacted.
- 36 ft
Flooding occurs along the right bank near the gage.
- 28 ft
Overflows can occur near the lower reaches around Salem.
- 27 ft
Significant lowland flooding along the middle reaches of the basin becomes more widespread.
- 23 ft
Lowland flooding occurs along low banks in the middle reaches of the basin affecting pasture and farm lands.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 9, 1958 | 34.7 ft | 51,000 cfs |
| Aug 13, 1982 | 34.25 ft | 59,500 cfs |
| Jun 16, 1954 | 31.48 ft | 43,300 cfs |
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