Major Flood
1849 ft
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: SFEN1). 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
1848 ft
Minor Flood
1847 ft
Action Stage
1846 ft
What Floods at Each Level
1856 ft
The top of the bridge railing.
1854 ft
Flood waters may begin to approach the road.
1853 ft
The elevation of Cowboy Trail.
1850 ft
Flood waters reach the bottom of the Cowboy Trail Bridge.
1849 ft
Major flood stage. Widespread flooding of agricultural land along both banks of the south fork of the Elkhorn River.
1848 ft
Moderate flood stage. Moderate and more widespread flooding of agricultural land begins along both banks of the south fork of the Elkhorn River.
1847 ft
Minor flood stage. Minor lowland flooding begins along the south fork of the Elkhorn River.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 30, 2023 | 1843.05 ft | — |
| Jul 10, 2023 | 1843 ft | — |
| Jun 9, 2023 | 1842.66 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
SFEN1
River
South Fork of the Elkhorn River
County
Holt, NE
Coordinates
42.2515°N, 98.3386°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of South Fork of the Elkhorn River near Ewing?
The South Fork of the 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 of the Elkhorn River near Ewing?
The NWS-defined flood stage for South Fork of the Elkhorn River near Ewing is 1847 feet. Action stage begins at 1846 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 1848 feet, and major flooding at 1849 feet.
How do I get alerts when South Fork of the Elkhorn River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add South Fork of the Elkhorn River near Ewing 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 South Fork of the Elkhorn River near Ewing gauge located?
The gauge is located in Holt County, Nebraska at coordinates 42.2515°N, 98.3386°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Iowa Flood Center