Major Flood
21 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
16 ft
Minor Flood
12.5 ft
Action Stage
11 ft
What Floods at Each Level
23.5 ft
Water reaches the top of the bridge at the gage site.
21 ft
State Highway 41 commences to flood.
20 ft
Water reaches the bottom of the bridge at the gage site.
16 ft
Significant flooding of row crops in the flood plain begins. Downstream of the gage the town of De Witt is likely experiencing moderate or major flooding.
15 ft
Portions of County Road O, located north of Highway 41, may begin to flood.
12.5 ft
Croplands near the gauge site begin to flood.
11 ft
The low banks overflow into the rural lowlands.
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 | 21.43 ft | 33,000 cfs |
| Jul 1, 1986 | 18.33 ft | 8,820 cfs |
| Oct 12, 1973 | 17.92 ft | 7,000 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Turkey Creek near Wilber?
The Turkey Creek near Wilber gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06881200) 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 Wilber?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Turkey Creek near Wilber is 12.5 feet. Action stage begins at 11 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 16 feet, and major flooding at 21 feet.
How do I get alerts when Turkey Creek rises?
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Where is the Turkey Creek near Wilber gauge located?
The gauge is located in Saline County, Nebraska at coordinates 40.4802°N, 97.0126°W. USGS site number: 06881200. 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 DWEE
- 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.