Is the Bow Creek flooding?

Nebraska · 2 gauges · Nebraska river levels

The Bow Creek is tracked by 2 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 Bow Creek is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 1 of 2 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.

data refreshed 7 min ago

Readings may be delayed; check each observation time below. This gauge summary does not rule out flooding on unmonitored stretches or nearby streets.

River facts

The longest-running gauge on this river is Bow Creek near St. James, Nebr.. The highest level ever recorded there was 13.23 ft on 21 June 1984, carrying 21,400 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1979 (15 annual peaks).

Drains 304 sq mi · gauge elevation 1,181 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
Bow Creek near Wynot, Nebr.No flooding2.15 ft15 ft
Bow Creek near St. James, Nebr.No current data
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.