Major Flood
10 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
8 ft
Minor Flood
7 ft
Action Stage
5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
10 ft
Major Flood Stage. Floodwaters may be flowing over 825th Road 1 mile downstream of the gagehouse as well as just north of the gage house.
9 ft
Floodwaters may be flowing over 825th Road 1 mile downstream of the gage and may be approaching 825th Road just north of the gagehouse.
8 ft
Moderate Flood Stage. Floodwaters may be impacting low lying areas along the river and may be flowing over 825th road 1 mile downstream from the gage.
7 ft
Minor Flood Stage. Lowland flooding begins at this stage and water may be approaching 825th Road 1 mile downstream of the gage.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 24, 1957 | 9.5 ft | — |
| Jun 11, 2010 | 7.27 ft | 16,300 cfs |
| Mar 18, 1978 | 7.17 ft | 2,220 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of North Loup River at Taylor?
The North Loup River at Taylor gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06786000) 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 North Loup River at Taylor?
The NWS-defined flood stage for North Loup River at Taylor is 7 feet. Action stage begins at 5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 8 feet, and major flooding at 10 feet.
How do I get alerts when North Loup River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add North Loup River at Taylor 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 North Loup River at Taylor gauge located?
The gauge is located in Loup County, Nebraska at coordinates 41.7769°N, 99.3792°W. USGS site number: 06786000. 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
- Gauge reading may be affected by ice.