Major Flood
11.5 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
10 ft
Minor Flood
8 ft
Action Stage
7 ft
What Floods at Each Level
14 ft
All levees along the river are in danger of overtopping.
12 ft
The Union Pacific tracks/levee are threatened with overtopping.
10 ft
Homes and cabins along the sandpit lakes between the gage and town become threatened. The overflow channel may encroach upon the Union Pacific railroad tracks.
8 ft
Flooding is impacting structures along the river.
7 ft
Rural overflows begin within reach of the gage, mainly pasture lands.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 18, 1978 | 15.55 ft | 80,000 cfs |
| Feb 19, 1971 | 12.24 ft | — |
| Mar 14, 2019 | 11.96 ft | 165,000 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Platte River at North Bend?
The Platte River at North Bend gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06796000) 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 North Bend?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Platte River at North Bend is 8 feet. Action stage begins at 7 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 10 feet, and major flooding at 11.5 feet.
How do I get alerts when Platte River rises?
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Where is the Platte River at North Bend gauge located?
The gauge is located in Dodge County, Nebraska at coordinates 41.4530°N, 96.7757°W. USGS site number: 06796000. 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
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 24 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 48 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.
- Stage may be affected by ice.