Major Flood
31 ft
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: RCEN1). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
27 ft
Minor Flood
25.5 ft
Action Stage
22 ft
What Floods at Each Level
31 ft
Water begins to overtop Highway 15.
29.5 ft
Water begins to impact the bottom of the Highway 15 bridge.
29 ft
Property along the right bank begins to flood.
27 ft
A home near the gage may begin to flood.
25.5 ft
A field along the left bank and downstream of the bridge begins to flood.
22 ft
Water begins to overtop the left bank.
18 ft
Water begins to overtop the right bank.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 19, 2018 | 24.89 ft | 5,310 cfs |
| Mar 12, 2019 | 21.5 ft | 4,080 cfs |
| Jul 28, 2020 | 20.75 ft | 3,640 cfs |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
RCEN1
River
Rose Creek
County
Jefferson, NE
Coordinates
40.0667°N, 97.1709°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Rose Creek near Fairbury?
The Rose Creek near Fairbury gauge is maintained by USGS 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 Rose Creek near Fairbury?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Rose Creek near Fairbury is 25.5 feet. Action stage begins at 22 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 27 feet, and major flooding at 31 feet.
How do I get alerts when Rose Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Rose Creek near Fairbury 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 Rose Creek near Fairbury gauge located?
The gauge is located in Jefferson County, Nebraska at coordinates 40.0667°N, 97.1709°W. 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 Nebraska DWEE
- Stage may be affected by ice.