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ELKHORN RIVER

RIVER LEVELS
January 30, 2025
42.50, -99.35


TOTAL RIVER DISCHARGE

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Total streamflow across the Elkhorn River was last observed at 7,285 cfs, and is expected to yield approximately 14,450 acre-ft of water today; about 115% of normal. Average streamflow for this time of year is 6,362 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 West Point reporting a streamflow rate of 2,350 cfs. However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the Elkhorn River At Pilger with a gauge stage of 7.27 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.

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.

Last Updated 2024-04-11
Discharge Volume 14,450 ACRE-FT
Streamflow 7,285.0 cfs
-310.0 cfs (-4.08%)
Percent of Normal 114.52%
Maximum 100,230.0 cfs
2019-03-18
Seasonal Avg 6,362 cfs

YEAR OVER YEAR DISCHARGE (CFS)

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Streamflow Conditions
Streamgauge Streamflow Gauge Stage 24hr Change (%) % Normal Minimum (cfs) Maximum (cfs) Air Temp Elevation
Elkhorn River At Ewing
USGS 06797500
605 cfs 2.84 ft -7.63
Elkhorn R At Norfolk Ne
USGS 06799000
1270 cfs 3.41 ft 1.6
Elkhorn River At Pilger
USGS 06799315
1240 cfs 7.27 ft -3.13
Elkhorn River At West Point
USGS 06799350
2350 cfs 4.51 ft -3.29
Elkhorn River At Waterloo
USGS 06800500
1820 cfs 2.91 ft -8.08
History of the River
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The Elkhorn River originates in the eastern Sandhills of Nebraska and is one of the largest tributaries of the Platte River, flowing 290 miles (470 km) and joining the Platte just southwest of Omaha, approximately 1 mile (2 km) south and 3 miles (5 km) west of Gretna.
Located in northeast and north-central Nebraska, the Elkhorn River basin encompasses approximately 7,000 mi² (18,000 km²). The Elkhorn has several tributaries, including its own North and South forks, Logan Creek, Rock Creek and Maple Creek.

       

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