River stage
Last reported 2026-10-14 | NWS ATNN1
In brief
The Elkhorn River at Atkinson, NE read 2.46 ft on Oct 14, 2026, 3.54 ft below action stage.
Source: National Weather Service gauge ATNN1
| Rank | Crest | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 10.27 ft | 2010-06-14 |
| 2 | 9.27 ft | 1995-05-29 |
| 3 | 9.10 ft | 2019-03-16 |
| 4 | 8.83 ft | 2011-06-22 |
| 5 | 8.66 ft | 1999-05-05 |
| 6 | 8.46 ft | 1993-07-14 |
| 7 | 8.37 ft | 1996-06-01 |
| 8 | 8.29 ft | 2001-04-24 |
Flood crests recorded at this gauge by the National Weather Service.
Low lying areas along the Elkhorn River begin to flood.
Minor flooding along the Elkhorn River. Pasture land along the river will be flooded.
Moderate flooding of agricultural and pasture land along Elkorn River.
Water may begin to approach county road 479 Avenue between Elkhorn River and Highway 20.
Water may begin to cover county road 479 Avenue between Elkorn River and Highway 20.
Written by the local National Weather Service forecast office for this exact gauge.
No. The Elkhorn River at Atkinson is at 2.46 ft, 3.54 ft below action stage.
The National Weather Service sets action stage 6 ft, minor flooding 7.5 ft, moderate flooding 9 ft and major flooding 10 ft.
The highest crest on record is 10.27 ft, on 2010-06-14.
Stage and flood information from the NOAA National Weather Service (gauge ATNN1). Last reading 2026-10-14. For flood safety decisions always follow official National Weather Service warnings.