Major Flood
16.5 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
14.5 ft
Minor Flood
9.5 ft
Action Stage
9 ft
What Floods at Each Level
21 ft
Floodwaters begin to impact the gage house.
16.5 ft
Floodwaters near the top of the levee system.
14.5 ft
Floodwaters are within two feet of overtopping the levees.
9.5 ft
Water reaches the base of the levee system.
9 ft
Water begins to overflow the natural banks, but is still contained within the levees.
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 | 16.21 ft | — |
| Apr 13, 2023 | 9.31 ft | — |
| Aug 30, 2021 | 8.53 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
OFFN1
River
Offutt Ditch (Bellevue Drain)
County
Sarpy, NE
Coordinates
41.1181°N, 95.8785°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Offutt Ditch (Bellevue Drain) near Offutt AFB?
The Offutt Ditch (Bellevue Drain) near Offutt AFB gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06610685) 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 Offutt Ditch (Bellevue Drain) near Offutt AFB?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Offutt Ditch (Bellevue Drain) near Offutt AFB is 9.5 feet. Action stage begins at 9 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 14.5 feet, and major flooding at 16.5 feet.
How do I get alerts when Offutt Ditch (Bellevue Drain) rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Offutt Ditch (Bellevue Drain) near Offutt AFB 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 Offutt Ditch (Bellevue Drain) near Offutt AFB gauge located?
The gauge is located in Sarpy County, Nebraska at coordinates 41.1181°N, 95.8785°W. USGS site number: 06610685. 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.