North Platte River near Bridgeport
Morrill County, Nebraska
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 10.5 ft
Widespread flooding of homes and agricultural land near the North Platte River. Bridgeport State Recreational Area is totally inundated with flood waters.
- 10 ft
Flooding of homes and agricultural land near the North Platte River becomes more widespread and intensifies. Campgrounds at Bridgeport State Recreational Area begin to be totally inundated with flood waters.
- 9.5 ft
Flood stage. Low-lying areas begin to flood. Homes near the North Platte River have basement flooding. Campgrounds near the river at Bridgeport State Recreational Area will begin to be inaccessible due to high water.
- 8.5 ft
Bankfull stage. Homes near the North Platte River begin to have issues with basement flooding. Water begins to encroach campgrounds near the river at Bridgeport State Recreational Area.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| May 29, 2016 | 8.6 ft | 7,935 cfs |
| May 27, 1973 | 8.51 ft | 10,500 cfs |
| Jun 19, 1984 | 8.33 ft | 9,620 cfs |
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