Major Flood
24.5 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
23 ft
Minor Flood
20 ft
Action Stage
18.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
33 ft
Water begins to flow over the bridge at the gage site.
30 ft
Water reaches the bottom of the bridge at the gage site.
19 ft
Water begins to overflow the banks near the gage.
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 12, 1957 | 24.92 ft | 14,200 cfs |
| Jun 19, 1954 | 24.87 ft | 14,000 cfs |
| Mar 12, 2019 | 24.63 ft | 5,400 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
WHLN1
River
South Omaha Creek
County
Thurston, NE
Coordinates
42.1480°N, 96.4829°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of South Omaha Creek at Walthill?
The South Omaha Creek at Walthill gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06600900) 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 Omaha Creek at Walthill?
The NWS-defined flood stage for South Omaha Creek at Walthill is 20 feet. Action stage begins at 18.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 23 feet, and major flooding at 24.5 feet.
How do I get alerts when South Omaha Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add South Omaha Creek at Walthill 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 Omaha Creek at Walthill gauge located?
The gauge is located in Thurston County, Nebraska at coordinates 42.1480°N, 96.4829°W. USGS site number: 06600900. 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.