Major Flood
27 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
22 ft
Minor Flood
17.5 ft
Action Stage
13.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
26 ft
Water will begin to impact the bottom of the Highway 36 bridge, also known as Bennington Road.
17.5 ft
Croplands near the gage site begin to flood.
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 20, 2024 | 11.3 ft | — |
| Jun 2, 2014 | 10.18 ft | -9,999 cfs |
| Jun 18, 2018 | 9.98 ft | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Thomas Creek near Bennington?
The Thomas Creek near Bennington gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06610742) 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 Thomas Creek near Bennington?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Thomas Creek near Bennington is 17.5 feet. Action stage begins at 13.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 22 feet, and major flooding at 27 feet.
How do I get alerts when Thomas Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Thomas Creek near Bennington 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 Thomas Creek near Bennington gauge located?
The gauge is located in Douglas County, Nebraska at coordinates 41.3648°N, 96.1009°W. USGS site number: 06610742. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
On This River
Downstream: Little Papillion Creek near Irvington
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of the USGS
- Stage may be affected by ice.