Oak Creek at Lincoln (Air Park Road)
Nebraska — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Lancaster County, Nebraska on the Oak Creek. Live water level data from USGS gauge 06803486, 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
Major Flood
25.5 ft
Moderate Flood
24 ft
Minor Flood
22 ft
Action Stage
13.5 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
29 ft
Water flows over the Air Park Road bridge.
25.5 ft
Several buildings on the Air Guard Base are flooded, and significant flooding is also affecting a large area of the airport south of Adams Street. Air Park is experiencing ongoing, widespread flooding, impacting numerous roads and commerical properties.
24 ft
Flooding begins to affect the southern areas of the airport grounds, including parts of the runway. Additionally, a greater portion of Air Park exerpiences flooding, though it remains confined to areas east of 48th Street.
22 ft
Flooding begins to impact commerical areas of Air Park, particularly those located north of West Cuming Street and south of Highway 34.
18 ft
Overbank flooding starts in the low-lying areas between the airport and Interstate 80.
13.5 ft
While flooding has not yet begun, local officials initiate increased river monitoring at this stage.
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 23, 1993 | 22.66 ft | 8,730 cfs |
| Jul 23, 1993 | 22.66 ft | 8,730 cfs |
| Mar 12, 2019 | 18.37 ft | 6,360 cfs |
| Mar 12, 2019 | 18.37 ft | 6,360 cfs |
| May 6, 2015 | 18.04 ft | 5,990 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Oak Creek at Lincoln (Air Park Road)?
The Oak Creek at Lincoln (Air Park Road) gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06803486) 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 Oak Creek at Lincoln (Air Park Road)?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Oak Creek at Lincoln (Air Park Road) is 22 feet. Action stage begins at 13.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 24 feet, and major flooding at 25.5 feet.
How do I get alerts when Oak Creek rises?
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Where is the Oak Creek at Lincoln (Air Park Road) gauge located?
The gauge is located in Lancaster County, Nebraska at coordinates 40.8554°N, 96.7793°W. USGS site number: 06803486. 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.