Major Flood
12 ft
Current Water Level
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: MXWN1). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
10 ft
Minor Flood
9 ft
Action Stage
8 ft
What Floods at Each Level
12 ft
Major flood stage. Water may approach the 56D Link which is the road between Interstate 80 and Maxwell.
10.5 ft
Access to homes along the Platte River may be cutoff.
10 ft
Moderate flood stage. Water may cover portions of West Island Road and Old Military Road south and west of Maxwell.
9 ft
Minor flood stage. Flooding of agricultural land along the river may occur.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 22, 2013 | 10.79 ft | 16,400 cfs |
| Jun 19, 2015 | 10.4 ft | 13,900 cfs |
| May 31, 2016 | 9.25 ft | 9,160 cfs |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
MXWN1
River
Platte River
County
Lincoln, NE
Coordinates
41.0618°N, 100.5250°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Platte River at Maxwell?
The Platte River at Maxwell gauge is maintained by USGS 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 Platte River at Maxwell?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Platte River at Maxwell is 9 feet. Action stage begins at 8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 10 feet, and major flooding at 12 feet.
How do I get alerts when Platte River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Platte River at Maxwell 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 Platte River at Maxwell gauge located?
The gauge is located in Lincoln County, Nebraska at coordinates 41.0618°N, 100.5250°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Nebraska DNR
- Gauge reading may be affected by ice.