Major Flood
37.5 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
35.5 ft
Minor Flood
28 ft
Action Stage
27.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
44.5 ft
The river gage equipment begins to flood.
39 ft
Floodwaters near the top of the levee system.
37 ft
Floodwaters are within two feet of overtopping the levee along the north bank.
25 ft
Water reaches the base of the levees.
23 ft
Overflow of the natural bank begins, but is still contained within the levees. The bike path under the bridge begins to flood.
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 28, 2024 | 31.7 ft | — |
| Jun 14, 2022 | 19.21 ft | — |
| Feb 28, 2023 | 17.94 ft | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Papillion Creek at Harlan Lewis Road near La Platte?
The Papillion Creek at Harlan Lewis Road near La Platte gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06610798) 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 Papillion Creek at Harlan Lewis Road near La Platte?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Papillion Creek at Harlan Lewis Road near La Platte is 28 feet. Action stage begins at 27.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 35.5 feet, and major flooding at 37.5 feet.
How do I get alerts when Papillion Creek rises?
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Where is the Papillion Creek at Harlan Lewis Road near La Platte gauge located?
The gauge is located in Sarpy County, Nebraska at coordinates 41.0818°N, 95.8898°W. USGS site number: 06610798. 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.