Republican River at Harlan Reservoir
Nebraska — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Harlan County, Nebraska on the Republican River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 06849000, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Major Flood
1977 ft
Minor Flood
1973.5 ft
Action Stage
1955 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
1982 ft
This elevation represents the height, or crest, of the dam.
1973.5 ft
This elevation represents the top of the flood control pool.
1958 ft
At this level Highway 183 could be damaged by wave action on the reservoir. The reservoir elevation record of 1958.2 was set on July 23, 2019.
1955 ft
The lake level begins to threaten businesses in the Gremlin Cove area.
1945.73 ft
This elevation represents the top of the irrigation pool.
1943.5 ft
This elevation represents when water begins to flow over the spillway.
1932.5 ft
This elevation represents the bottom of the irrigation pool.
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 22, 2019 | 1958.18 ft | — |
| Jul 22, 2019 | 1958.18 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
REPN1
River
Republican River
County
Harlan, NE
Coordinates
40.0711°N, 99.2114°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Republican River at Harlan Reservoir?
The Republican River at Harlan Reservoir gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06849000) 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 Republican River at Harlan Reservoir?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Republican River at Harlan Reservoir is 1973.5 feet. Action stage begins at 1955 feet. Moderate flooding starts at N/A feet, and major flooding at 1977 feet.
How do I get alerts when Republican River rises?
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Where is the Republican River at Harlan Reservoir gauge located?
The gauge is located in Harlan County, Nebraska at coordinates 40.0711°N, 99.2114°W. USGS site number: 06849000. 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