Major Flood
32 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
31 ft
Minor Flood
30 ft
Action Stage
28 ft
What Floods at Each Level
32 ft
Extensive flooding takes place affecting county roads and much farmland. Depending on the amount of runoff below the gage, the Lower Shell Creek basin may threaten Schuyler and Rogers.
31 ft
The access road to the gage begins to flood.
30 ft
Low banks located 200 feet upstream of the gage begin to flood rural lowlands. In addition, water reaches the bottom of the bridge at the gage site.
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 17, 1990 | 32.76 ft | 8,000 cfs |
| Feb 19, 1971 | 32.15 ft | 3,600 cfs |
| May 19, 1982 | 32.11 ft | 4,970 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Shell Creek near Columbus?
The Shell Creek near Columbus gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06795500) 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 Shell Creek near Columbus?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Shell Creek near Columbus is 30 feet. Action stage begins at 28 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 31 feet, and major flooding at 32 feet.
How do I get alerts when Shell Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Shell Creek near Columbus 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 Shell Creek near Columbus gauge located?
The gauge is located in Platte County, Nebraska at coordinates 41.5259°N, 97.2817°W. USGS site number: 06795500. 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
- Stage may be affected by ice.
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 24 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 48 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.