RIVER GAUGE · SNAKE RIVER
Snake River near Burge
Cherry County, Nebraska
Water level1.22 ft
Flow8 cfs
Last readingSep 16, 2026, 4:45 PM UTC (last recorded)
Action4 ft
Minor flood5 ft
Moderate flood7 ft
Major flood9 ft
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 9 ft
Major flood stage. Widespread flooding along the Snake River downstream of Merritt Dam.
- 7 ft
Moderate flood stage. Roads and structures along the lower banks will be impacted.
- 5 ft
Flood stage. Minor flooding along the lower banks of the Snake River.
- 4 ft
Low lying areas directly along the Snake River may flood. Recreation interests on and along the river may begin to be impacted.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 6, 1963 | 6.96 ft | 3,170 cfs |
| Jun 29, 1962 | 5.39 ft | 1,830 cfs |
| May 24, 2019 | 3.88 ft | 838 cfs |
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