Major Flood
12.2 ft
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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
11 ft
Minor Flood
10 ft
Action Stage
9 ft
What Floods at Each Level
14 ft
Water will reach the bottom of the bridge at the river gauge site on Alda road.
13 ft
Water will begin to flow across Nebraska 40 Link C also known as Alda Road about one quarter mile south of the gauge. Water will also begin to flow over Highway 30 west of Alda.
12 ft
There is extensive flooding upstream of the gauge in the town of Wood River where houses on the north side of town will begin to flood.
11 ft
The left bank overflows, and water floods lowlands and country roads.
10 ft
Minor lowland flooding occurs in pastures and farm lands.
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 15, 1967 | 13.96 ft | 1,630 cfs |
| May 12, 2005 | 13.85 ft | 1,020 cfs |
| Mar 15, 2019 | 13.61 ft | 1,460 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Wood River near Alda?
The Wood River near Alda gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06772000) 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 Wood River near Alda?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Wood River near Alda is 10 feet. Action stage begins at 9 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 11 feet, and major flooding at 12.2 feet.
How do I get alerts when Wood River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Wood River near Alda 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 Wood River near Alda gauge located?
The gauge is located in Hall County, Nebraska at coordinates 40.8547°N, 98.4742°W. USGS site number: 06772000. 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 Nebraska DWEE
- 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.
- 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.
- Stage may be affected by ice.