Stinking Water Creek at Palisade
Nebraska — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Hayes County, Nebraska on the Stinking Water Creek. Live water level data from USGS gauge 06835000, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Major Flood
12 ft
Moderate Flood
11 ft
Minor Flood
10 ft
Action Stage
7.5 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
12 ft
Major flood stage. Widespread flooding from the creek.
11 ft
Moderate flood stage. Flooding of county road south of bridge.
10 ft
Flood Stage. Agricultural land along the creek floods.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| May 25, 2023 | 13.45 ft | 578 cfs |
| May 25, 2023 | 13.45 ft | 578 cfs |
| Jun 16, 1956 | 11.3 ft | 3,030 cfs |
| Jun 16, 1956 | 11.3 ft | 3,030 cfs |
| Jun 15, 1984 | 10.85 ft | 2,340 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
PASN1
River
Stinking Water Creek
County
Hayes, NE
Coordinates
40.3729°N, 101.1169°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Stinking Water Creek at Palisade?
The Stinking Water Creek at Palisade gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06835000) 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 Stinking Water Creek at Palisade?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Stinking Water Creek at Palisade is 10 feet. Action stage begins at 7.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 11 feet, and major flooding at 12 feet.
How do I get alerts when Stinking Water Creek rises?
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Where is the Stinking Water Creek at Palisade gauge located?
The gauge is located in Hayes County, Nebraska at coordinates 40.3729°N, 101.1169°W. USGS site number: 06835000. 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 Nebraska DNR
- River forecasts for this location take into account past and future precipitation. Forecast stages may be different if forecast future rainfall does not occur.
- Gauge reading may be affected by ice.