Major Flood
13 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
11 ft
Minor Flood
9 ft
Action Stage
8 ft
What Floods at Each Level
10 ft
Flooding could become severe in nearby locations. The depth of the water could reach a foot in Barnett Park and other low lying areas.
9 ft
Lowland areas will become flooded. Barnett Park will become inundated.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| May 25, 2023 | 10.51 ft | 4,180 cfs |
| Apr 24, 2007 | 9.76 ft | 3,250 cfs |
| Mar 20, 1960 | 9.14 ft | 5,890 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
MKRN1
River
Republican River
County
Red Willow, NE
Coordinates
40.1875°N, 100.6181°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Republican River at McCook?
The Republican River at McCook gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06837000) 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 McCook?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Republican River at McCook is 9 feet. Action stage begins at 8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 11 feet, and major flooding at 13 feet.
How do I get alerts when Republican River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Republican River at McCook 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 Republican River at McCook gauge located?
The gauge is located in Red Willow County, Nebraska at coordinates 40.1875°N, 100.6181°W. USGS site number: 06837000. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
- The current flows in cubic feet per second, are approximate and may be affected by debris, aquatic growth, and seasonal ice in the river.