Major Flood
11 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
9 ft
Minor Flood
7 ft
Action Stage
6 ft
What Floods at Each Level
7 ft
Lowland areas from near the gage to the confluence of the South Fork of the Republican River 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 30, 1935 | 13.1 ft | 50,000 cfs |
| Jul 23, 2020 | 9.35 ft | 2,960 cfs |
| Aug 8, 1950 | 7.8 ft | 3,900 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
BENN1
River
Republican River
County
Dundy, NE
Coordinates
40.0347°N, 101.5428°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Republican River near Benkelman?
The Republican River near Benkelman gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06824500) 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 near Benkelman?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Republican River near Benkelman is 7 feet. Action stage begins at 6 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 9 feet, and major flooding at 11 feet.
How do I get alerts when Republican River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Republican River near Benkelman 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 near Benkelman gauge located?
The gauge is located in Dundy County, Nebraska at coordinates 40.0347°N, 101.5428°W. USGS site number: 06824500. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
More Gauges on Republican River
On This River
Upstream: North Fork Republican River at 8WNW Haigler, Nebraska
Downstream: Republican River at Stratton
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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.