Major Flood
46 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
43 ft
Minor Flood
40 ft
Action Stage
33.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
43 ft
Areas along the south bank south of the bridge begin to flood.
40 ft
Bank overflow begins. In addition, cropland north of the bridge begins to be impacted.
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 20, 2014 | 34.64 ft | 9,020 cfs |
| Jun 10, 2008 | 31.8 ft | 6,000 cfs |
| Aug 10, 2016 | 31.36 ft | 4,690 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
PSBN1
River
South Papillion Creek
County
Sarpy, NE
Coordinates
41.1801°N, 96.1392°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of South Papillion Creek at Chalco?
The South Papillion Creek at Chalco gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06610788) 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 Papillion Creek at Chalco?
The NWS-defined flood stage for South Papillion Creek at Chalco is 40 feet. Action stage begins at 33.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 43 feet, and major flooding at 46 feet.
How do I get alerts when South Papillion Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add South Papillion Creek at Chalco 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 Papillion Creek at Chalco gauge located?
The gauge is located in Sarpy County, Nebraska at coordinates 41.1801°N, 96.1392°W. USGS site number: 06610788. 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.