Major Flood
31.5 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
30 ft
Minor Flood
26.5 ft
Action Stage
25 ft
What Floods at Each Level
33.5 ft
Water begins to flow over the bridge at Havelock Avenue.
31.5 ft
Some parking areas and access roads to the Lancaster Event Center are likely flooded. In addition, the bottom of the bridge at Havelock Avenue begins to be impacted.
30 ft
Havelock Avenue floods east of the creek, also properties near the gage may begin to be impacted.
26.5 ft
Havelock Avenue floods between 84th Street and the creek.
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, 1984 | 31.57 ft | 4,620 cfs |
| Sep 8, 1989 | 31.42 ft | 12,900 cfs |
| Jun 15, 1982 | 30.85 ft | 3,820 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
LVNN1
River
Stevens Creek
County
Lancaster, NE
Coordinates
40.8571°N, 96.5952°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Stevens Creek near Lincoln?
The Stevens Creek near Lincoln gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06803520) 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 Stevens Creek near Lincoln?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Stevens Creek near Lincoln is 26.5 feet. Action stage begins at 25 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 30 feet, and major flooding at 31.5 feet.
How do I get alerts when Stevens Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Stevens Creek near Lincoln 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 Stevens Creek near Lincoln gauge located?
The gauge is located in Lancaster County, Nebraska at coordinates 40.8571°N, 96.5952°W. USGS site number: 06803520. 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.