Yankee Hill Reservoir
Nebraska — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Lancaster 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: DENN1). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
Flood Stages
Major Flood
1265.5 ft
Minor Flood
1249.65 ft
Action Stage
1246.23 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
1270.2 ft
This value represents the height of the dam.
1267.8 ft
This level represents the maximum surcharge elevation at this reservoir.
1265.5 ft
This level represents when water begins to flow over the spillway.
1249.65 ft
This level represents when 20-percent of the flood storage is being used.
1246.23 ft
This level represents when 5-percent of the flood storage is being used.
1244.9 ft
This level represents the beginning of the exclusive flood control pool.
1241.9 ft
This level 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 |
|---|---|---|
| May 6, 2015 | 1253.7 ft | -9,999 cfs |
| May 6, 2015 | 1253.7 ft | -9,999 cfs |
| Oct 10, 1973 | 1252.3 ft | -9,999 cfs |
| Oct 10, 1973 | 1252.3 ft | -9,999 cfs |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
DENN1
County
Lancaster, NE
Coordinates
40.7292°N, 96.7813°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Yankee Hill Reservoir?
The Yankee Hill Reservoir 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 Yankee Hill Reservoir?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Yankee Hill Reservoir is 1249.65 feet. Action stage begins at 1246.23 feet. Moderate flooding starts at N/A feet, and major flooding at 1265.5 feet.
How do I get alerts when this river rises?
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Where is the Yankee Hill Reservoir gauge located?
The gauge is located in Lancaster County, Nebraska at coordinates 40.7292°N, 96.7813°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.