Elkhorn River

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Elkhorn River Levels

May 18 2024

14,350 ACRE-FT

Discharge Volume Today
-208.0 cfs (-2.79%) since yesterday
97.26% of Normal • 5 Streamgauges

Total streamflow across the Elkhorn River was last observed at 7,235 cfs, and is expected to yield approximately 14,350 acre-ft of water today; about 97% of normal. Average streamflow for this time of year is 7,439 cfs, with recent peaks last observed on 2019-03-18 when daily discharge volume was observed at 100,230 cfs.

Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the Elkhorn River At Waterloo reporting a streamflow rate of 2,780 cfs. However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the Elkhorn River At Pilger with a gauge stage of 7.18 ft. This river is monitored from 5 different streamgauging stations along the Elkhorn River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 1,842 ft, the Elkhorn River At Ewing.

Last Updated 2024-05-17
Streamflow 7,235.0 cfs
Percent of Normal 97.26%
Maximum 100,230.0 cfs
2019-03-18

About the elkhorn river


The Elkhorn River is a tributary of the Platte River, located in eastern Nebraska, United States. The river is approximately 290 miles long and has several reservoirs including Carter Lake, Lake Wanahoo, and Sherman Reservoir. The river was once a major route for fur traders and pioneers heading west. Today, it is an important source of water for irrigation and has several hydroelectric dams along its length. The river is also a popular destination for recreational activities such as fishing, kayaking, and tubing. The Elkhorn River provides habitat for several species of fish, including catfish, bass, and carp, and is a significant source of water for agricultural uses in the region.

Streamgauge Streamflow Gauge Stage 24hr Change (%) % Normal Minimum (cfs) Maximum (cfs) Air Temp Elevation
Elkhorn River At Ewing
USGS 06797500 		220 cfs 2.97 ft -9.23
Elkhorn R At Norfolk Ne
USGS 06799000 		752 cfs 3.26 ft -1.7
Elkhorn River At Pilger
USGS 06799315 		1060 cfs 7.18 ft -4.27
Elkhorn River At West Point
USGS 06799350 		2150 cfs 4.78 ft 1.42
Elkhorn River At Waterloo
USGS 06800500 		2780 cfs 3.64 ft -4.89

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