Major Flood
20 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
15 ft
Minor Flood
11 ft
Action Stage
10 ft
What Floods at Each Level
20 ft
The town of Riverdale and Highway 40 are not in the flood plain, and are not subject to flooding even at extreme flows.
15 ft
Lowland flooding becomes more widespread.
11 ft
Lowland flooding occurs.
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 21, 1947 | 19.75 ft | 20,000 cfs |
| Jun 13, 1967 | 15.54 ft | 5,280 cfs |
| Jun 29, 1965 | 13.98 ft | 2,960 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Wood River near Riverdale?
The Wood River near Riverdale gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06771000) 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 Riverdale?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Wood River near Riverdale is 11 feet. Action stage begins at 10 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 15 feet, and major flooding at 20 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 Riverdale 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 Riverdale gauge located?
The gauge is located in Buffalo County, Nebraska at coordinates 40.7972°N, 99.1972°W. USGS site number: 06771000. 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 measured manually and reported by river observer. No automated gauge on-site.
- 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.