Major Flood
35.5 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
33 ft
Minor Flood
31.5 ft
Action Stage
26.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
35.5 ft
The levee will be overtopped leading to extensive flooding of Papillion.
32 ft
Water reaches the bottom of the Washington Street bridge.
26.5 ft
The bike path along the south bank will be inundated.
23 ft
The bike path near the gage begins to be impacted.
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 20, 2014 | 26.59 ft | 14,700 cfs |
| Aug 23, 2016 | 24.5 ft | 11,800 cfs |
| Jul 1, 2024 | 24.19 ft | 11,800 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
PWBN1
River
West Papillion Creek
County
Sarpy, NE
Coordinates
41.1555°N, 96.0428°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of West Papillion Creek at Papillion?
The West Papillion Creek at Papillion gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06610793) 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 Papillion Creek at Papillion?
The NWS-defined flood stage for West Papillion Creek at Papillion is 31.5 feet. Action stage begins at 26.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 33 feet, and major flooding at 35.5 feet.
How do I get alerts when West Papillion Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add West Papillion Creek at Papillion 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 West Papillion Creek at Papillion gauge located?
The gauge is located in Sarpy County, Nebraska at coordinates 41.1555°N, 96.0428°W. USGS site number: 06610793. 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
- Stage may be affected by ice.