Major Flood
23 ft
Current Water Level
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FLOOD STAGES
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Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
20.5 ft
Minor Flood
19 ft
Action Stage
17 ft
What Floods at Each Level
23 ft
The levee protecting Ithaca is likely to fail as water would be overtopping it at this level.
22 ft
The access road south of town is likely to flood. In addition, a low spot along Highway 66 just east of the gage site will flood.
21 ft
Homes near the gage site may be threatened with the flood waters.
19 ft
More widespread lowland flooding continues.
18 ft
Minor lowland flooding begins.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 1, 1959 | 23.22 ft | 45,300 cfs |
| Jun 24, 1963 | 22.93 ft | 77,400 cfs |
| Jun 19, 1960 | 22.5 ft | 7,000 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Wahoo Creek at Ithaca?
The Wahoo Creek at Ithaca gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06804000) 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 Wahoo Creek at Ithaca?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Wahoo Creek at Ithaca is 19 feet. Action stage begins at 17 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 20.5 feet, and major flooding at 23 feet.
How do I get alerts when Wahoo Creek rises?
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Where is the Wahoo Creek at Ithaca gauge located?
The gauge is located in Saunders County, Nebraska at coordinates 41.1476°N, 96.5383°W. USGS site number: 06804000. 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.