North Oak Creek at Valparaiso
Nebraska — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Saunders County, Nebraska on the North Oak Creek. Live water level data from USGS gauge 06803430, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Moderate Flood
28 ft
Minor Flood
20 ft
Action Stage
18 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
32 ft
Highway 66 is flooded.
29 ft
Floodwaters begin to impact the shoulders of Highway 66.
28.5 ft
Water begins to impact the bottom of the Highway 66 bridge.
28 ft
Water begins to overtop the gravel road, South Oak Street, near the gage site.
20 ft
The river is out of its banks.
18 ft
At this level North Oak Creek is near bankfull.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 1, 2024 | 22.7 ft | 3,200 cfs |
| Jul 1, 2024 | 22.7 ft | 3,200 cfs |
| Mar 12, 2019 | 21.75 ft | 2,900 cfs |
| Mar 12, 2019 | 21.75 ft | 2,900 cfs |
| Oct 6, 2017 | 20.03 ft | 2,450 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
VLPN1
River
North Oak Creek
County
Saunders, NE
Coordinates
41.0749°N, 96.8386°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of North Oak Creek at Valparaiso?
The North Oak Creek at Valparaiso gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06803430) 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 Oak Creek at Valparaiso?
The NWS-defined flood stage for North Oak Creek at Valparaiso is 20 feet. Action stage begins at 18 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 28 feet, and major flooding at N/A feet.
How do I get alerts when North Oak Creek rises?
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Where is the North Oak Creek at Valparaiso gauge located?
The gauge is located in Saunders County, Nebraska at coordinates 41.0749°N, 96.8386°W. USGS site number: 06803430. 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.