Omaha Creek at Homer
Dakota County, Nebraska
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 32 ft
The main parts of Homer are under 6 to 8 feet of water, and large amounts of pasture and farm land in rural areas are flooded.
- 30 ft
The railroad tracks along the east side of Omaha Creek are overtopped. Homes and businesses within Homer are impacted by flooding.
- 28 ft
Portions of the banks in and around Homer begin to be overtopped, resulting in flooding within the town of Homer.
- 26 ft
Minor flooding of some low lying areas becomes more likely upstream of Homer.
- 20 ft
Minor flooding is possible just south of Homer near the junction of Fiddlers Creek.
- 18 ft
Minor agricultural flooding is possible northeast of Homer. This flooding may become more widespread and significant in instances of levee issues.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 3, 1940 | 34.5 ft | 51,000 cfs |
| Feb 18, 1971 | 28.47 ft | 18,100 cfs |
| Jul 1, 1958 | 23.62 ft | 14,400 cfs |
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