Major Flood
9.5 ft
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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
7.5 ft
Minor Flood
5.5 ft
Action Stage
4.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
9.5 ft
The outskirts of Ravenna between the Mud Creek and the South Loup River flood, or roughly the area south of Highway 2. There are several homes and a few businesses in the floodplain.
7.5 ft
A house downstream of the gauge on Maple Road just off of Highway 2 will begin to flood. Ravenna Road around one quarter mile south of the gauge site will begin to flood.
5.5 ft
Flooding occurs in agricultural lowland near the river.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 21, 1947 | 12.6 ft | 41,000 cfs |
| Jun 23, 1968 | 10.32 ft | 17,100 cfs |
| Mar 14, 2019 | 7.8 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
RVNN1
River
South Loup River
County
Buffalo, NE
Coordinates
41.0117°N, 98.9122°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of South Loup River at Ravenna?
The South Loup River at Ravenna 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 Loup River at Ravenna?
The NWS-defined flood stage for South Loup River at Ravenna is 5.5 feet. Action stage begins at 4.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 7.5 feet, and major flooding at 9.5 feet.
How do I get alerts when South Loup River rises?
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Where is the South Loup River at Ravenna gauge located?
The gauge is located in Buffalo County, Nebraska at coordinates 41.0117°N, 98.9122°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
- 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.
- 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.
- Stage may be affected by ice.