Major Flood
15 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
13 ft
Minor Flood
11 ft
Action Stage
10 ft
What Floods at Each Level
17.3 ft
Water starts hitting the bottom of the bridge at this stage.
11 ft
Lowland areas will become flooded.
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 | 13.21 ft | 12,200 cfs |
| May 28, 2015 | 10.92 ft | 2,430 cfs |
| Jul 24, 2020 | 10.78 ft | 1,520 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
STTN1
River
Republican River
County
Hitchcock, NE
Coordinates
40.1406°N, 101.2297°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Republican River at Stratton?
The Republican River at Stratton gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06828500) 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 Stratton?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Republican River at Stratton is 11 feet. Action stage begins at 10 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 13 feet, and major flooding at 15 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 Stratton 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 Stratton gauge located?
The gauge is located in Hitchcock County, Nebraska at coordinates 40.1406°N, 101.2297°W. USGS site number: 06828500. 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.