South Fork Elkhorn River near Ewing
Nebraska — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Holt County, Nebraska on the South Fork Elkhorn River. Live water level data from USGS, updated every 15 minutes.
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: EWSN1). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
Flood Stages
Major Flood
13 ft
Moderate Flood
11 ft
Minor Flood
9 ft
Action Stage
8 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
13 ft
Major flood stage. Major flooding along the South Fork of the Elkhorn River.
11 ft
Moderate flood stage. Moderate flooding along the South Fork of the Elkhorn River.
9 ft
Minor flood stage. Minor flooding of low lying area along the South Fork of the Elkhorn River.
8 ft
Low lying pasture lands along the South Fork of the Elkhorn River may begin to flood.
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 13, 2010 | 7.77 ft | 6,230 cfs |
| Jun 13, 2010 | 7.77 ft | 6,230 cfs |
| Mar 17, 1987 | 7.59 ft | 5,640 cfs |
| Mar 17, 1987 | 7.59 ft | 5,640 cfs |
| May 29, 1995 | 6.7 ft | 5,400 cfs |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
EWSN1
River
South Fork Elkhorn River
County
Holt, NE
Coordinates
42.2414°N, 98.3981°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of South Fork Elkhorn River near Ewing?
The South Fork Elkhorn River near Ewing 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 South Fork Elkhorn River near Ewing?
The NWS-defined flood stage for South Fork Elkhorn River near Ewing is 9 feet. Action stage begins at 8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 11 feet, and major flooding at 13 feet.
How do I get alerts when South Fork Elkhorn River rises?
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Where is the South Fork Elkhorn River near Ewing gauge located?
The gauge is located in Holt County, Nebraska at coordinates 42.2414°N, 98.3981°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 DNR
- Gauge reading may be affected by ice.