Major Flood
1121 ft
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: OMAN1). 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.
Minor Flood
1108.88 ft
Action Stage
1105.37 ft
What Floods at Each Level
1130 ft
This value represents the height of the dam.
1128 ft
Several neighborhoods near 144th and Fort Street begin flooding.
1127 ft
This level represents the maximum surcharge elevation at this reservoir.
1121 ft
This level represents when water begins to flow over the spillway.
1120 ft
The parking lot near the boat ramp is completely underwater.
1119.5 ft
Papio Lake 16 Road North, the entrance road from North 132nd Street, begins to flood.
1108.88 ft
This level represents when 20-percent of the flood storage is being used.
1107 ft
The parking lot near the boat ramp begins to flood. In addition, the path around the lake begins flooding.
1105.36 ft
This level represents when 5-percent of the flood storage is being used.
1104 ft
This level represents the beginning of the exclusive flood control pool.
1060 ft
This level represents the beginning of the conservation pool.
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 19, 2018 | 1109.1 ft | — |
| Mar 13, 2019 | 1108.95 ft | — |
| Jun 15, 1984 | 1108.6 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
OMAN1
County
Douglas, NE
Coordinates
41.3150°N, 96.1216°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Standing Bear Lake and Dam?
The Standing Bear Lake and Dam 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 Standing Bear Lake and Dam?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Standing Bear Lake and Dam is 1108.88 feet. Action stage begins at 1105.37 feet. Moderate flooding starts at N/A feet, and major flooding at 1121 feet.
How do I get alerts when this river rises?
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Where is the Standing Bear Lake and Dam gauge located?
The gauge is located in Douglas County, Nebraska at coordinates 41.3150°N, 96.1216°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: the Army Corps of Engineers (PA16)
- Stage may be affected by ice.