Major Flood
28 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
24 ft
Minor Flood
21 ft
Action Stage
18 ft
What Floods at Each Level
28 ft
Water begins to impact homes along the creek and will also impact the railroad tracks just south of Wahoo.
24.5 ft
Substantial overbank flooding begins possibly impacting Highway 92 between Weston and Wahoo.
24 ft
Water begins to impact the bottom of the bridge at the gage site (Old Highway 77).
21 ft
At this level County Road J downstream of Wahoo begins 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 23, 1963 | 29.15 ft | — |
| May 20, 2024 | 28.4 ft | — |
| May 10, 2016 | 27.95 ft | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Wahoo Creek at Wahoo?
The Wahoo Creek at Wahoo gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06803960) 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 Wahoo?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Wahoo Creek at Wahoo is 21 feet. Action stage begins at 18 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 24 feet, and major flooding at 28 feet.
How do I get alerts when Wahoo Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Wahoo Creek at Wahoo 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 Wahoo Creek at Wahoo gauge located?
The gauge is located in Saunders County, Nebraska at coordinates 41.2017°N, 96.6226°W. USGS site number: 06803960. 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