IsItFlooding

Is the Elm Creek flooding?

Nebraska · 2 gauges · Nebraska river levels

The Elm 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 Elm Creek is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 2 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 12 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 Elm Creek at Amboy, Nebr.. The highest level ever recorded there was 17.05 ft on 4 July 1959, carrying 6,000 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1948 (40 annual peaks). It is currently at 7.61 ft, 9.4 ft below that record.

Drains 39 sq mi · gauge elevation 1,659 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
Elm Creek near Elm Creek, Nebr.No flooding0.90 ft9.5 ft
Elm Creek at Amboy, Nebr.No flooding7.61 ft14.5 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.