Major Flood
8.5 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
7.5 ft
Minor Flood
6.5 ft
Action Stage
5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
8.5 ft
Major and widespread flooding along the North Platte River.
7.5 ft
Moderate and more widespread flooding of low lying and agricultural land along the North Platte River.
6.5 ft
Minor flood stage. Minor flooding of low lying and agricultural land along the river. People should use caution along the banks of the river.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 20, 2011 | 7.11 ft | 6,129 cfs |
| Jun 2, 2016 | 6.54 ft | 3,480 cfs |
| Jul 20, 2020 | 6.18 ft | 2,820 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
SUTN1
River
North Platte River
County
Lincoln, NE
Coordinates
41.2072°N, 101.1175°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of North Platte River near Sutherland?
The North Platte River near Sutherland gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06691000) 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 Platte River near Sutherland?
The NWS-defined flood stage for North Platte River near Sutherland is 6.5 feet. Action stage begins at 5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 7.5 feet, and major flooding at 8.5 feet.
How do I get alerts when North Platte River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add North Platte River near Sutherland 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 Platte River near Sutherland gauge located?
The gauge is located in Lincoln County, Nebraska at coordinates 41.2072°N, 101.1175°W. USGS site number: 06691000. 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 Nebraska DNR
- Gauge reading may be affected by ice.