Major Flood
24.4 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
22 ft
Minor Flood
15 ft
Action Stage
13 ft
What Floods at Each Level
30 ft
Water is over the bridge.
28 ft
Water reaches bottom of the concrete on the bridge.
25 ft
The low steel of the bridge at the gage site is level with flood waters which are spreading out across the flood plain throughout the reach.
22 ft
The county road about 500 feet north of the gage begins to flood.
18 ft
Though only minor flooding is occurring at the gage, upstream near Beaver Crossing more severe flooding is likely ongoing.
15 ft
Overflows commence along the low banks.
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 9, 1950 | 24.8 ft | 49,400 cfs |
| Jul 1, 1986 | 22.62 ft | 11,800 cfs |
| Mar 10, 1993 | 21.71 ft | 12,400 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
DRGN1
River
West Fork Big Blue River
County
Seward, NE
Coordinates
40.7308°N, 97.1779°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of West Fork Big Blue River near Dorchester?
The West Fork Big Blue River near Dorchester gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06880800) 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 West Fork Big Blue River near Dorchester?
The NWS-defined flood stage for West Fork Big Blue River near Dorchester is 15 feet. Action stage begins at 13 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 22 feet, and major flooding at 24.4 feet.
How do I get alerts when West Fork Big Blue River rises?
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Where is the West Fork Big Blue River near Dorchester gauge located?
The gauge is located in Seward County, Nebraska at coordinates 40.7308°N, 97.1779°W. USGS site number: 06880800. 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.