River stage
Last reported 2026-10-13 | NWS WLON1
In brief
The Elkhorn River at Winslow, NE read 8.45 ft on Oct 13, 2026, 5.55 ft below action stage.
Source: National Weather Service gauge WLON1
| Rank | Crest | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 24.14 ft | 2019-03-14 |
| 2 | 20.40 ft | 2010-06-15 |
| 3 | 18.66 ft | 2018-06-26 |
| 4 | 18.37 ft | 2008-05-30 |
| 5 | 16.76 ft | 2011-02-17 |
| 6 | 16.76 ft | 2016-09-16 |
| 7 | 15.67 ft | 2009-03-10 |
| 8 | 15.05 ft | 2014-07-01 |
Flood crests recorded at this gauge by the National Weather Service.
At this level, flood mitigation efforts begin along the river.
Water begins to flow over County Road J west of the gage.
Water may begin to impact Highway 77 near Winslow.
Water nears the top of the levee protecting Winslow.
Water begins to flow over County Road J east of Winslow.
Water begins to impact the County Road J bridge east of Winslow.
At this level, the levee surrounding Hooper may begin to overtop.
Written by the local National Weather Service forecast office for this exact gauge.
No. The Elkhorn River at Winslow is at 8.45 ft, 5.55 ft below action stage.
The National Weather Service sets action stage 14 ft, minor flooding 17 ft, moderate flooding 20 ft and major flooding 23 ft.
The highest crest on record is 24.14 ft, on 2019-03-14.
Stage and flood information from the NOAA National Weather Service (gauge WLON1); daily history from the U.S. Geological Survey (site 06799510). Last reading 2026-10-13. For flood safety decisions always follow official National Weather Service warnings.