North Platte River near Henry
Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska
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What floods at each level
- 7.5 ft
Major Flood. Major flooding of homes along the North Platte River. Only minor flooding in the town of Henry.
- 6.56 ft
Record stage established on July 23 1983.
- 6.5 ft
Moderate Flood. Lowland flooding intensifies and becomes more widespread. Homes along the North Platte River will be inundated with basement and overland flooding.
- 6.04 ft
Record flow of 17,900 cfs established on June 2 1929.
- 5.5 ft
Flood stage. Left bank overflows onton pasture lands. Homes along the North Platte River will have water in their basements.
- 4.5 ft
Action Stage. Bankfull stage. Homes along the North Platte River will begin to experience water seepage into their basements.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| May 11, 2018 | 6.77 ft | 2,210 cfs |
| Jul 22, 1983 | 6.56 ft | 8,190 cfs |
| May 28, 2016 | 6.52 ft | 8,020 cfs |
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