Is the Cedar River flooding?

Nebraska · 2 gauges · Nebraska river levels

The Cedar River 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 Cedar River 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 14 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 Cedar River near Fullerton, Nebr.. The highest level ever recorded there was 16.90 ft on 13 August 1966, carrying 64,700 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1932 (56 annual peaks). It is currently at 2.28 ft, 14.6 ft below that record.

Drains 1,220 sq mi · gauge elevation 1,638 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

Gauge	Status	Stage	Flood stage	Updated
Cedar River near Fullerton, Nebr.	No flooding	2.28 ft	9 ft	32 min ago
Cedar River near Spalding, NE	No current data	—	8 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.