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
25 ft
Minor Flood
23.5 ft
Action Stage
20.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
29 ft
Water reaches the bottom of the bridge at the gage site.
28 ft
Floodwaters begin to impact the town of DeWitt, similar to what was experienced in 2015.
25 ft
Water begins to overtop Blueridge Drive and likely many county roads along the river.
20.5 ft
Some overbank flooding begins, however no significant impacts are occurring.
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 6, 2015 | 30.34 ft | 29,300 cfs |
| Mar 15, 2019 | 27.24 ft | — |
| Jun 4, 2008 | 26.17 ft | 7,330 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Turkey Creek near DeWitt?
The Turkey Creek near DeWitt gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06881380) 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 Turkey Creek near DeWitt?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Turkey Creek near DeWitt is 23.5 feet. Action stage begins at 20.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 25 feet, and major flooding at 27 feet.
How do I get alerts when Turkey Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Turkey Creek near DeWitt 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 Turkey Creek near DeWitt gauge located?
The gauge is located in Gage County, Nebraska at coordinates 40.3672°N, 96.8896°W. USGS site number: 06881380. 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
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 24 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 48 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.
- Stage may be affected by ice.