Wehrspann Lake
Nebraska — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Sarpy 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: MLDN1). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
Flood Stages
Major Flood
1120 ft
Minor Flood
1100.48 ft
Action Stage
1097.08 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
1131 ft
This value represents the height of the dam.
1125.8 ft
This value represents the maximum surcharge elevation at this reservoir.
1120 ft
This value represents the level when water begins to flow over the spillway.
1100.48 ft
This value represents when 20-percent of the flood storage is being used.
1097.08 ft
This value represents when 5-percent of the flood storage is being used.
1095.83 ft
This value represents the beginning of the exclusive flood control pool.
1069 ft
This value 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 23, 1993 | 1103.2 ft | -9,999 cfs |
| Jul 23, 1993 | 1103.2 ft | -9,999 cfs |
| Mar 13, 2019 | 1101.1 ft | — |
| Mar 13, 2019 | 1101.1 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
MLDN1
County
Sarpy, NE
Coordinates
41.1727°N, 96.1508°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Wehrspann Lake?
The Wehrspann Lake 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 Wehrspann Lake?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Wehrspann Lake is 1100.48 feet. Action stage begins at 1097.08 feet. Moderate flooding starts at N/A feet, and major flooding at 1120 feet.
How do I get alerts when this river rises?
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Where is the Wehrspann Lake gauge located?
The gauge is located in Sarpy County, Nebraska at coordinates 41.1727°N, 96.1508°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.