Twin Lakes Reservoir
Nebraska — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Seward County, Nebraska. Live water level data from USGS, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: PLDN1). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
Flood Stages
Major Flood
1354.9 ft
Minor Flood
1344.82 ft
Action Stage
1342.04 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
1363.6 ft
This value represents the height of the dam.
1361.6 ft
This level represents the maximum surcharge elevation at this reservoir.
1354.9 ft
This level represents when water begins to flow over the spillway.
1344.82 ft
This level represents when 20-percent of the flood storage is being used.
1342.04 ft
This level represents when 5-percent of the flood storage is being used.
1341 ft
This level represents the beginning of the exclusive flood control pool.
1337.4 ft
This level represents the beginning of the conservation pool.
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 28, 1983 | 1346.9 ft | -9,999 cfs |
| Jun 28, 1983 | 1346.9 ft | -9,999 cfs |
| Mar 12, 2019 | 1345.28 ft | — |
| Mar 12, 2019 | 1345.28 ft | — |
| May 6, 2015 | 1342.6 ft | -9,999 cfs |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
PLDN1
County
Seward, NE
Coordinates
40.8253°N, 96.9450°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Twin Lakes Reservoir?
The Twin Lakes Reservoir gauge is maintained by USGS 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 Twin Lakes Reservoir?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Twin Lakes Reservoir is 1344.82 feet. Action stage begins at 1342.04 feet. Moderate flooding starts at N/A feet, and major flooding at 1354.9 feet.
How do I get alerts when this river rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Twin Lakes Reservoir to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category — even when your screen is off.
Where is the Twin Lakes Reservoir gauge located?
The gauge is located in Seward County, Nebraska at coordinates 40.8253°N, 96.9450°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
- Stage may be affected by ice.