Major Flood
12 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
10 ft
Minor Flood
7 ft
Action Stage
6 ft
What Floods at Each Level
14.5 ft
Water will reach the bottom of the Highway 281 bridge.
12 ft
Numerous homes within the Lake of the Woods Residential Area would be inundated by flood waters. This is more than 2 feet above the historical record crest of 9.6 feet set in 1947.
10 ft
Outbuildings within the Lake of the Woods Residential Area may be impacted by flooding.
8.5 ft
The North Loup State Recreation Area will experience significant flooding.
7 ft
Flooding occurs in lowland and wooded areas adjacent to the river. In addition, the North Loup State Recreation Area will begin to be impacted by flood waters.
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 | 11.49 ft | 41,900 cfs |
| Jun 21, 1947 | 9.6 ft | 36,000 cfs |
| Aug 12, 1966 | 9.36 ft | 36,400 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
SPUN1
River
North Loup River
County
Howard, NE
Coordinates
41.2633°N, 98.4489°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of North Loup River near St. Paul?
The North Loup River near St. Paul gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06790500) 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 near St. Paul?
The NWS-defined flood stage for North Loup River near St. Paul is 7 feet. Action stage begins at 6 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 10 feet, and major flooding at 12 feet.
How do I get alerts when North Loup River rises?
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Where is the North Loup River near St. Paul gauge located?
The gauge is located in Howard County, Nebraska at coordinates 41.2633°N, 98.4489°W. USGS site number: 06790500. 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
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 48 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 24 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.
- Stage may be affected by ice.