Is the Big Blue River flooding?
The Big Blue River is tracked by 5 USGS streamgauges in Nebraska. This page compares each gauge’s live water level against its official National Weather Service flood stage, refreshed every 15 minutes, so you can tell whether the Big Blue River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 2 of 5 gauges have both a usable water-level reading and a published minor flood stage. Gauges without a published flood stage show water level and flow only. For nearby rivers, see all Nebraska river levels.
River facts
The longest-running gauge on this river is Big Blue River at Beatrice Nebr. The highest level ever recorded there was 33.02 ft on 12 October 1973, carrying 49,100 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1902 (91 annual peaks).
| Gauge | Status | Stage | Flood stage | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Big Blue River near Crete, Nebr. | No flooding | 9.00 ft | 21 ft | |
| Big Blue River at Barneston, Nebr. | No flooding | 4.20 ft | 20 ft | |
| Big Blue River at Surprise, Nebr. | No current data | — | 7 ft | — |
| Big Blue River at Seward, Nebr. | No current data | — | 18 ft | — |
| Big Blue River at Beatrice Nebr | No current data | — | 18 ft | — |
Provisional data: Real-time readings are provisional and subject to revision by the USGS — sensors can be affected by ice, debris, or equipment malfunction. Do not rely on this site for decisions involving personal safety; follow official guidance from the National Weather Service and local authorities.