Little Nemaha River Flow Today
As of October 2, 2026 at 4:15 AM, the Little Nemaha River is flowing at 4,690 cfs at Auburn, NE and up 425% in 24 hours. ❤ Favorite
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Little Nemaha River conditions today
Where the river is running versus normal, what’s rising or dropping, and what it means for a trip — built from the live USGS readings below.
At Auburn, the Little Nemaha River is running 4,690 cfs, up 425% since yesterday.
In the last 24 hours the river is rising at Auburn (+425%).
How the Little Nemaha River compares to normal
Every reporting gauge from the top of the river to the bottom: bar length is today’s flow, colour is percent of normal for the date.
Flow along the river, upstream to downstream
- Auburn915 ft 4,690 cfs
Bar length uses a square-root scale so small headwater flows stay visible next to big downstream ones. Colour: <50% 50–90 90–110 110–150 150%+ of normal.
Little Nemaha River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Little Nemaha River At Auburn NE
Oct 2, 4:15 AM · USGS 06811500 |
4,690 cfs | · | +425% | 12.41 ft | 9.6 ft below | 915 ft |
USGS provisional data. Readings are in each gauge’s local time; gauges silent for more than 3 days are marked “Last reported”. Tap any gauge for its hydrograph, forecast and history.
Little Nemaha River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river (this total last updated earlier; the live gauge readings above are current).
Little Nemaha River
The Little Nemaha River is a 51-mile-long river that flows through southeastern Nebraska and northeastern Kansas. It begins in Richardson County, Nebraska, and flows southeast into Kansas, where it joins the Nemaha River. The Little Nemaha River has a rich history, as it was once used for transportation, irrigation, and as a source of water for early settlements. Today, the river is primarily used for agriculture and recreation. There are several small reservoirs and dams along the river, including the Indian Cave Dam and the Pawnee Creek Dam. These reservoirs provide irrigation water, flood control, and recreational opportunities for locals and visitors alike. The Little Nemaha River is popular for fishing, boating, and camping, and its scenic beauty attracts many outdoor enthusiasts.
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About the Little Nemaha River
How is the Little Nemaha River flowing right now?
As of October 2, 2026, the Little Nemaha River is flowing at 4,690 cfs at Auburn, NE. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Little Nemaha River running high or low?
Above 100% means higher than the historical average for this calendar day; below 100% means lower. The profile above shows which reaches are high or low.
What is flood stage on the Little Nemaha River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Auburn (22.0 ft). The table shows how far each gauge is below its flood stage right now.
Where does the data come from?
Discharge and gage height are from the USGS National Water Information System; flood stages from the National Weather Service. The history chart sums every monitored gauge on the river.
Can I get alerts for a gauge?
Yes — open any gauge from the table, favorite it in the Snoflo app and set a flow threshold.