A 971mb bomb cyclone moved out of the central Rockies on Wednesday, March 13, 2019 and helped to create widespread, moderate to major, and in many cases historic, flooding across eastern Nebraska and western Iowa. From 4 to 15 inches of snow cover remained across the mid Missouri River valley, and the ground was frozen with existing frost depths of 15 to 23 inches. Warm temperatures allowed all of the snow to rapidly melt and record moisture allowed 1 to 2.5 inches of rain to fall over a 48 hour period.  Due to the frozen ground, and that 1 to 2 feet of thick ice remained in area rivers, widespread, and in many cases, catastrophic flooding developed. Due to expansive levee breaches on many rivers and streams, the flood damage was particularly devastating to many communities. Four individuals lost their lives due to the extreme conditions, and several hundred people required rescue via air or boat. Tens of thousands of people were evacuated from their homes or businesses. Nearly 50 levees were breached on the Platte, Elkhorn and Missouri Rivers due to the large volume of water. One such levee breach along the Platte River near Leshara, Nebraska forced the evacuation of National Weather Service Omaha, located in Valley, Nebraska for 8 days. Nebraska Governor Pete Ricketts presented US$1.3 billion preliminary damage estimates for the entire state, including specific sector losses of: $439 million infrastructure (including roads and bridges), $85 million private homes and businesses, $400 million livestock and $440 million crop. About 2,000 miles of state roads including 15 Nebraska state highway bridges and numerous local bridges, roughly 20 percent of the entire state road system were impacted. Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds provided a $1.6 billion preliminary damage estimate due to flooding across the state. U.S. Interstate 29, extending north-south along the Missouri River, was inundated and partially destroyed, as was the Interstate 680 bypass around Council Bluffs-Omaha metropolitan area. Also noteworthy was damage to Offutt Air Force Base located near Bellevue, Nebraska. One-third of the base���s main runway was inundated, along with one-third of Offutt���s buildings, with several hundred employees, and several families displaced. Preliminary damage estimates released by the Department of Defense are on the order of $450 million. Nebraska and Iowa severe flooding impacts culminated in Federal Disaster Declaration 4420.

Flood in OTOE, NEBRASKA
From 13-MAR-19 14:30:00 to 31-MAR-19 23:59:00 (CST-6)
Location: NEBRASKA CITY ARPT
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Other Federal Agency

This is for flooding along the Missouri River. The river gage at Nebraska City, operated by the USGS, peaked at 30.15 feet at 6 pm on March 16th. Minor flood stage is 18 feet, moderate flood stage is 23 feet while major flood stage is 27 feet. Preliminary this was a record crest. Flooding continued into the next month.

Flash Flood in COLFAX, NEBRASKA
From 13-MAR-19 18:45:00 to 14-MAR-19 09:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: ROGERS
Flood cause: Dam / Levee Break
Property damage: 170.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

A levee on Shell Creek was topped by waters from heavy rain and fast snow melt.  This caused the town of Rogers to be flooded. The town was evacuated in anticipation that water would enter the town.

Flash Flood in CUMING, NEBRASKA
From 13-MAR-19 23:24:00 to 14-MAR-19 08:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: BEEMER
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 300.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

A combination of heavy rain, rapid snow melt and an ice jam 2 miles west of Beemer on the Elkhorn River caused flash flooding in Beemer.  Water covered US Highway 275 more than a foot deep and six residences were evacuated in Beemer.

Flood in ANTELOPE, NEBRASKA
From 13-MAR-19 07:00:00 to 15-MAR-19 00:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: ORCHARD
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: State Official

This is for flooding along the Elkhorn River.  The river gage at Neligh, operated by the Nebraska DNR, peaked at 11.4 feet at noon on March 14th.  Minor flood stage is 11 feet. Gage data is preliminary.

Flood in DOUGLAS, NEBRASKA
From 14-MAR-19 02:00:00 to 19-MAR-19 05:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: ELK CITY
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Other Federal Agency

This is for flooding along the Elkhorn River. The river gage at Waterloo, operated by the USGS, peaked at 24.77 feet at 11:30 am on March 16th. Minor flood stage is 14 feet. Major flood stage is 21 feet. Preliminary this was a record crest. Some ice action occurred on the afternoon of the 13th, but this was short-lived. The town of Waterloo was saved by its levee which never overtopped or breached.

Flood in BURT, NEBRASKA
From 16-MAR-19 03:00:00 to 19-MAR-19 07:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: DECATUR
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Other Federal Agency

This is for flooding along the Missouri River. The river gage at Decatur, operated by the USGS, peaked at 36.59 feet at 5 pm on March 17th. Minor flood stage is 35 feet. Preliminary this was the 3rd highest crest on record.

Flood in STANTON, NEBRASKA
From 13-MAR-19 08:00:00 to 16-MAR-19 08:45:00 (CST-6)
Location: STANTON
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Other Federal Agency

This is for flooding along the Elkhorn River. The river gage at Pilger, operated by the USGS, peaked at 18.77 feet at 10:30 pm on March 13th. Minor flood stage is 12 feet. Major flood stage is 15 feet. Preliminarily this peak is the 2nd highest on record.

Flood in DODGE, NEBRASKA
From 13-MAR-19 08:00:00 to 15-MAR-19 04:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: WEBSTER
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Other Federal Agency

This is for flooding along the Maple Creek. The river gage near Nickerson, operated by the USGS, peaked at 17.78 feet at 8 am on March 14th. Minor flood stage is 11.5 feet, moderate flood stage is 13 feet while major flood stage is 17 feet. Preliminarily this peak is the highest on record. The town of Nickerson experienced major flooding with many homes impacted.

Flood in CUMING, NEBRASKA
From 13-MAR-19 10:00:00 to 17-MAR-19 15:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: WISNER
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Other Federal Agency

This is for flooding along the Elkhorn River. The river gage at West Point, operated by the USGS, peaked at 17.36 feet at 9:45 pm on March 13th. Minor flood stage is 12 feet. Major flood stage is 18.7 feet. Preliminarily this peak is the 3rd highest on record.

Flood in SAUNDERS, NEBRASKA
From 13-MAR-19 10:30:00 to 17-MAR-19 07:15:00 (CST-6)
Location: RESCUE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Other Federal Agency

This is for flooding along the Platte River. The river gage at North Bend, operated by the USGS, peaked at 11.91 feet at 8 am on March 17th. Minor flood stage is 8 feet, moderate flood stage is 12 feet while major flood stage is 15 feet. Preliminary this peak is the 3rd highest on record. Ice jamming also played a role in the flooding at this location. The net effect of this flooding was overwhelmed by the high water that immediately proceeded any river ice movement.

Flood in DODGE, NEBRASKA
From 13-MAR-19 10:30:00 to 17-MAR-19 07:15:00 (CST-6)
Location: RESCUE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Other Federal Agency

This is for flooding along the Platte River. The river gage at North Bend, operated by the USGS, peaked at 11.91 feet at 8 am on March 17th. Minor flood stage is 8 feet, moderate flood stage is 12 feet while major flood stage is 15 feet. Preliminary this peak is the 3rd highest on record. Ice jamming also played a role in the flooding at this location. The net effect of this flooding was overwhelmed by the high water that immediately proceeded any river ice movement. Areas that were severely impacted include: North Bend, Inglewood, south Fremont, Big Island area and Fremont Lake State Recreation areas. Many highways and gravels roads were flooded.

Flood in COLFAX, NEBRASKA
From 13-MAR-19 10:30:00 to 17-MAR-19 07:15:00 (CST-6)
Location: SCHUYLER
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Other Federal Agency

This is for flooding along the Platte River. The river gage at North Bend, operated by the USGS, peaked at 11.91 feet at 8 am on March 17th. Minor flood stage is 8 feet, moderate flood stage is 12 feet while major flood stage is 15 feet. Preliminary this peak is the 3rd highest on record. Ice jamming also played a role in the flooding at this location. The net effect of this flooding was overwhelmed by the high water that immediately proceeded any river ice movement.

Flood in BUTLER, NEBRASKA
From 13-MAR-19 10:30:00 to 17-MAR-19 07:15:00 (CST-6)
Location: EDHOLM
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Other Federal Agency

This is for flooding along the Platte River. The river gage at North Bend, operated by the USGS, peaked at 11.91 feet at 8 am on March 17th. Minor flood stage is 8 feet, moderate flood stage is 12 feet while major flood stage is 15 feet. Preliminary this peak is the 3rd highest on record. Ice jamming also played a role in the flooding at this location. The net effect of this flooding was overwhelmed by the high water that immediately proceeded any river ice movement.

Flood in DODGE, NEBRASKA
From 13-MAR-19 11:00:00 to 18-MAR-19 23:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: SCRIBNER
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: State Official

This is for flooding along the Elkhorn River. The river gage at Winslow, operated by the Nebraska DNR, peaked at 24.14 feet at 1 am on March 14th. Minor flood stage is 17 feet. Major flood stage is 24 feet. Preliminary this is a record crest.  The town of Winslow received extensive damage as their levee was easily overtopped. This river gage stopped reporting around 6 am on March 14th. This was likely due to river ice damaging the gage sensor.

Flood in NEMAHA, NEBRASKA
From 13-MAR-19 13:20:00 to 31-MAR-19 23:59:00 (CST-6)
Location: PERU
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Other Federal Agency

This is for flooding along the Missouri River. The river gage at Brownville, operated by the Army Corps of Engineers, peaked at 45.48 feet at 5 pm on March 17th. Minor flood stage is 34 feet, moderate flood stage is 38.5 feet while major flood stage is 43 feet. Preliminary this peak is a record crest. Flooding continued into the next month.

Flood in SAUNDERS, NEBRASKA
From 13-MAR-19 15:19:00 to 19-MAR-19 03:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: WANN
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 52.30M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Other Federal Agency

This is for flooding along the Platte River. The river gage at Ashland, operated by the USGS, peaked at 24.35 feet at 7 am on March 16th. Minor flood stage is 20 feet, moderate flood stage is 22 feet while major flood stage is 26 feet. Preliminary this peak is the highest on record. Ice jamming also played a role in the flooding at this location. The net effect of this flooding was overwhelmed by the high water that immediately proceeded any river ice movement. This gage was also impacted by levee breaches all along this portion of the Platte River. Damages are based on an estimate from the Army Corps of Engineers Omaha District. This dollar amount also takes into account the substantial damage that occurred at Camp Ashland. In addition, many lake communities were substantially damaged or destroyed by the flood.

Flood in SARPY, NEBRASKA
From 13-MAR-19 15:19:00 to 19-MAR-19 03:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: WANN
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Other Federal Agency

This is for flooding along the Platte River. The river gage at Ashland, operated by the USGS, peaked at 24.35 feet at 7 am on March 16th. Minor flood stage is 20 feet, moderate flood stage is 22 feet while major flood stage is 26 feet. Preliminary this peak is the highest on record. Ice jamming also played a role in the flooding at this location. The net effect of this flooding was overwhelmed by the high water that immediately proceeded any river ice movement. Substantial damage occurred at Linoma Beach.

Flood in CASS, NEBRASKA
From 14-MAR-19 05:40:00 to 19-MAR-19 02:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: SOUTH BEND
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Other Federal Agency

This is for flooding along the Platte River. The river gage at Louisville, operated by the USGS, peaked at 13.75 feet at 6 pm on March 16th. Minor flood stage is 9 feet, moderate flood stage is 11 feet while major flood stage is 12 feet. Preliminary this peak is the highest on record. Ice jamming also played a role in the flooding at this location. The net effect of this flooding was overwhelmed by the high water that immediately proceeded any river ice movement.

Flood in MADISON, NEBRASKA
From 13-MAR-19 12:33:00 to 13-MAR-19 13:33:00 (CST-6)
Location: BATTLE CREEK
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Water is over the road at 839th West of Battle Creek.

Flood in PLATTE, NEBRASKA
From 13-MAR-19 14:00:00 to 17-MAR-19 16:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: MONROE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 440.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: State Official

This is for flooding along the Loup River. The river gage at Columbus, operated by the Nebraska DNR, peaked at 19.39 feet at 5 am on March 15th. Major flood stage is 20 feet. Preliminary this peak is the 2nd highest on record. This flooding caused substantial damage to the area, specifically on the river side of the levee around Columbus. This damage was the result of both ice jam and open water flooding. Several businesses and homes were destroyed and many people needed to be rescued. The water got within 1 to 2 feet of the top of the levee and never got into Columbus.  One woman was killed by flood waters in her home.  Rescuers could not get to her home due to extreme weather conditions.  Property damage amounts represent amounts for the entire county.

Flood in GAGE, NEBRASKA
From 13-MAR-19 10:00:00 to 20-MAR-19 16:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: HOAG
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: State Official

This is for flooding along the Big Blue River. The river gage at Crete, operated by the Nebraska DNR, peaked at 26.89 feet at 11 pm on March 16th. Minor flood stage is 18 feet, moderate flood stage is 26 feet while major flood stage is 32 feet. River gage data is preliminary. Highway 136 was closed due to flooding.

Flood in PIERCE, NEBRASKA
From 13-MAR-19 05:21:00 to 13-MAR-19 06:21:00 (CST-6)
Location: OSMOND
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Department of Highways

Water was reported over Highway 20 at Osmond.

Flood in DODGE, NEBRASKA
From 13-MAR-19 07:42:00 to 13-MAR-19 08:42:00 (CST-6)
Location: HOOPER
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Water was reported on roadways at County Road G and County Road 18 near Hooper.

Flood in DODGE, NEBRASKA
From 13-MAR-19 07:47:00 to 13-MAR-19 08:47:00 (CST-6)
Location: CROWELL
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Water was covering the intersection of Highway 275 and Highway 91.

Flood in DODGE, NEBRASKA
From 13-MAR-19 07:49:00 to 13-MAR-19 08:49:00 (CST-6)
Location: BAY STATE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Water was on the road on Highway 30 west of North Bend.

Flood in CEDAR, NEBRASKA
From 13-MAR-19 08:40:00 to 13-MAR-19 09:40:00 (CST-6)
Location: BELDEN
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Department of Highways

Highway 20 is closed between 556TH Avenue and Nebraska 57 due to flooding.

Flood in COLFAX, NEBRASKA
From 13-MAR-19 09:15:00 to 13-MAR-19 10:15:00 (CST-6)
Location: SCHUYLER
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Highway 15 closed between 44th and Higgins Drive due to flooding.

Flood in DOUGLAS, NEBRASKA
From 16-MAR-19 06:47:00 to 31-MAR-19 23:59:00 (CST-6)
Location: WATERLOO
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

The Nebraska State Patrol reported that State Highway 92 bridge over the Elkhorn River has washed away.

Flood in GAGE, NEBRASKA
From 16-MAR-19 00:42:00 to 16-MAR-19 01:42:00 (CST-6)
Location: CLATONIA
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Water from the Big Blue River is entering storm drains and filling streets with water.

Flood in SARPY, NEBRASKA
From 16-MAR-19 00:50:00 to 16-MAR-19 01:50:00 (CST-6)
Location: BELLEVUE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

East Mission and Mills County State Highway 10 toll road is impassable.

Flash Flood in DOUGLAS, NEBRASKA
From 15-MAR-19 09:43:00 to 31-MAR-19 23:59:00 (CST-6)
Location: WATERLOO
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Water went over ther the road on Maple, Street Dodge Street, and Center Street at the Elkhorn River. All these roads along the Elkhorn were closed.  Dodge street apprroach to the bridge received extensive damage with huge broken up pieces of roadway that were undermined by flood waters.  The couple small bridges west of the river on Center Street collapsed.

Flood in RICHARDSON, NEBRASKA
From 13-MAR-19 02:30:00 to 31-MAR-19 23:59:00 (CST-6)
Location: SHUBERT
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 425.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Other Federal Agency

This is for flooding along the Missouri River. The river gage at Rulo, operated by the USGS, peaked at 28.14 feet at 5 pm on March 17th. Major flood stage is 26 feet. Preliminarily this peak is the highest on record. Flooding continued into the next month. Levee R520 overtopped as a result of this high water. Several houses just to the Northeast on the Rulo side of the bridge were under water and the bridge crossing the Missouri River from Nebraska to Missouri was closed due to water over the road.

Flood in KNOX, NEBRASKA
From 13-MAR-19 09:17:00 to 13-MAR-19 10:17:00 (CST-6)
Location: LINDY
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Department of Highways

Highway 12 was closed between 537th and 539th due to flooding over the highway.  Dollar damage amounts for all of Knox County are included in the Niobrara River flood entry.

Flood in GAGE, NEBRASKA
From 15-MAR-19 07:05:00 to 15-MAR-19 08:05:00 (CST-6)
Location: BEATRICE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Department of Highways

Highway 136 bridge over the Big Blue River is being closed.

Flood in MADISON, NEBRASKA
From 13-MAR-19 09:27:00 to 13-MAR-19 10:27:00 (CST-6)
Location: NORFOLK
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Minor flooding observed on the North Fork of the Elkhorn River and is now out of its banks.

Flood in WAYNE, NEBRASKA
From 13-MAR-19 09:36:00 to 13-MAR-19 10:36:00 (CST-6)
Location: WAKEFIELD
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

County roads department reports multiple county roads are under water in northwest Wayne. They are beginning to barricade roads.

Flash Flood in WAYNE, NEBRASKA
From 13-MAR-19 20:45:00 to 14-MAR-19 08:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: WAYNE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 1.30M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: County Official

Heavy rain and snow melt caused flooding at Wayne State University, mainly at their Willow Bowl outdoor amphitheater.  Wayne  Municipal Airport was under water and did sustain damage.  Also the walking trail in Wayne was damaged by flood waters.

Flood in CASS, NEBRASKA
From 14-MAR-19 04:12:00 to 14-MAR-19 05:12:00 (CST-6)
Location: PLATTSMOUTH
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Evacuation of residents by boat of Morehead Island when all roads became impassable. Railroad tracks in the area are also being impacted.

Flood in COLFAX, NEBRASKA
From 14-MAR-19 09:41:00 to 14-MAR-19 10:41:00 (CST-6)
Location: SCHUYLER
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Department of Highways

Highway 15 closed between Schuyler and Octavia due to ice and water going over the Platte River bridge.

Flood in SARPY, NEBRASKA
From 14-MAR-19 10:17:00 to 14-MAR-19 11:17:00 (CST-6)
Location: GRETNA
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Highway 6 closed by Linoma Beach between Ashland and Gretna due to flooding.

Flood in SARPY, NEBRASKA
From 15-MAR-19 01:46:00 to 15-MAR-19 02:46:00 (CST-6)
Location: LA PLATTE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: State Official

Evacuations are beginning at Hansons Lake.

Flood in SARPY, NEBRASKA
From 15-MAR-19 02:02:00 to 15-MAR-19 03:02:00 (CST-6)
Location: PAPPIO
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Levee being overtopped in southeast Sarpy county. Evacuations are taking place.

Flood in CASS, NEBRASKA
From 15-MAR-19 05:20:00 to 15-MAR-19 06:20:00 (CST-6)
Location: OREAPOLIS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Highway 34/75 bridge over the Platte River is closed.

Flood in COLFAX, NEBRASKA
From 15-MAR-19 06:45:00 to 15-MAR-19 07:45:00 (CST-6)
Location: ROGERS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Department of Highways

Evacuations are taking place.

Flood in DODGE, NEBRASKA
From 15-MAR-19 13:17:00 to 15-MAR-19 14:17:00 (CST-6)
Location: FREMONT ARPT
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Water in Fremont is up to the tracks in the south part of town.

Flood in SAUNDERS, NEBRASKA
From 16-MAR-19 01:05:00 to 16-MAR-19 02:05:00 (CST-6)
Location: ASHLAND
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Platte River Levee overtopped south of Thomas Lakes Road. Water flowing into Camp Ashland and Sandy Point development.

Flash Flood in BOONE, NEBRASKA
From 13-MAR-19 10:15:00 to 13-MAR-19 18:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: CEDAR RAPIDS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 50.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Heavy rain and rapid snow melt created ice jams along Cedar Creek and flooded Highway 52 and Highway 56.  The town of Cedar Rapids was evacuated due to the impending flood waters.

Flash Flood in BOONE, NEBRASKA
From 13-MAR-19 14:00:00 to 14-MAR-19 00:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: ST EDWARD
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 52.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Newspaper

Beaver Creek flooded due to heavy rain and snow melt.  By 130 PM CST water was crossing over the intersection of Highways 39 and 56 west of St. Edward.  The resulting snow melt and heavy rain caused the waters from Beaver Creek to flood downtown St. Edward and eastern sections of Albion.

Flood in KNOX, NEBRASKA
From 13-MAR-19 12:00:00 to 15-MAR-19 12:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: VERDIGRE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

An NWS flood survey showed water depths in portions of town reach 1 to 3 feet. The flooding most affected the east portions of town, closest to the Verdigree Creek.  Farm homes were flooded out. One was a fifth generation farm home.  Property damage amounts for the entire county are in the Niobrara River flood entry.

Flood in KNOX, NEBRASKA
From 13-MAR-19 03:00:00 to 17-MAR-19 09:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: VERDEL
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Other Federal Agency

This is for flooding along the Ponca Creek. The river gage at Verdel, operated by the USGS, peaked at 18.2 feet at 4 am on March 14th. Major flood stage is 17 feet. Preliminarily this peak is the highest on record. Water damaged 3 homes on the outskirts of Verdel and there were some people that had to be evacuated via tractor.  Property damage amounts for the county are included in the Niobrara River entry.

Flood in KNOX, NEBRASKA
From 13-MAR-19 10:00:00 to 17-MAR-19 12:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: VERDEL
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 1.20M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Other Federal Agency

This is for flooding along the Niobrara River. The river gauge at Verdel, operated by the USGS, peaked at 19.38 feet at 6 pm on March 13th. Major flood stage is 10 feet. This peak is the highest on record. This gauge was destroyed by ice and floodwaters during the event. The high water value was obtained post-flood by the USGS. This historic flooding along the Niobrara River was the result of rain, snowmelt and the failure of the upstream Spencer Dam. The dam failed due to overtopping with some estimates of 3 to 5 feet of water going over the dam. The resulting wave of water from this dam failure caused substantial damage in low-lying areas of the town of Niobrara. Damage was somewhat isolated in regards to the whole town, but what was affected was absolutely devastated. Major damage sustained to the Country Cafe, and farm buildings next door. Thick river ice slabs 2-3 ft thick also contributed to damage, with the Country Cafe having most of its walls lost due to ice. The owner said when they arrived, the ice piles left behind from the flood were close to 10 ft high and completely surrounded the Cafe up to the roof. Measured a 6.4 ft high water mark in the cafe. The Highway 12 bridge was washed out in two sections on the west side of the river channels. Property damage  amounts are for the entire county.

Flash Flood in PIERCE, NEBRASKA
From 13-MAR-19 17:00:00 to 13-MAR-19 21:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: PIERCE
Flood cause: Dam / Levee Break
Property damage: 475.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Newspaper

A levee on the North Fork of the Elkhorn River broke due to heavy rains and snow melt.  This allowed water to  flood Pierce.  Homes and businesses were flooded in Pierce.

Flood in SALINE, NEBRASKA
From 13-MAR-19 03:30:00 to 20-MAR-19 18:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: CRETE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 325.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Other Federal Agency

Flooding occurred countywide along creeks and rivers.  Notably, for flooding along the Big Blue River, the river gage at Crete, operated by the USGS, peaked at 30.68 feet at 6 pm on March 15th. Major flood stage is 29 feet. Preliminarily this peak is the highest on record. One home was confirmed impacted by the flooding. Several homes in the 20th and Main Street area had water in basements due to storm drains backing up. Flooding reported on the north side of Crete with numerous roads closed due to flooding. Swan Creek was out of its banks and inundated numerous roads across southern Saline county. Property loss amounts are for the entire county.

Flood in THURSTON, NEBRASKA
From 13-MAR-19 08:37:00 to 15-MAR-19 03:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: THURSTON
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 60.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: State Official

This is for flooding along the Logan Creek. The river gage at Pender, operated by the Nebraska DNR, peaked at 28.8 feet at 8 am on March 14th. Major flood stage is 23 feet. Preliminary this peak is the highest on record. Though the town is protected by a levee, some significant flooding did occur in Pender. Water entered the Pender Community Center, as deep as 1.5 feet in some places. Highway 9 was closed as water was over the road.

Flood in DODGE, NEBRASKA
From 13-MAR-19 09:42:00 to 13-MAR-19 10:42:00 (CST-6)
Location: NICKERSON
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Water from Maple Creek is beginning to cross the bridge at Nickerson Road.

Flood in DODGE, NEBRASKA
From 13-MAR-19 09:45:00 to 13-MAR-19 10:45:00 (CST-6)
Location: NICKERSON
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Water is encroaching the bridge guards along Maple Creek.

Flood in COLFAX, NEBRASKA
From 13-MAR-19 10:24:00 to 13-MAR-19 11:24:00 (CST-6)
Location: HOWELLS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: COOP Observer

Maple Creek is out of its banks with lowland flooding in Howells.

Flood in DOUGLAS, NEBRASKA
From 15-MAR-19 02:45:00 to 19-MAR-19 07:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: WATERLOO
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Water over the bridge on Maple Street. Road is being closed.

Flood in ANTELOPE, NEBRASKA
From 13-MAR-19 10:47:00 to 13-MAR-19 11:47:00 (CST-6)
Location: ELGIN
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Roads in Elgin flooded up to a foot in some locations, but still passable to traffic.

Flood in JEFFERSON, NEBRASKA
From 13-MAR-19 10:53:00 to 13-MAR-19 11:53:00 (CST-6)
Location: POWELL
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

The Little Blue River is out of its banks in many locations, inundating county roads across southern Jefferson county.

Flood in BURT, NEBRASKA
From 13-MAR-19 11:20:00 to 13-MAR-19 12:20:00 (CST-6)
Location: CRAIG
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: COOP Observer

The Park in Craig is completely under water.

Flood in WASHINGTON, NEBRASKA
From 13-MAR-19 11:22:00 to 13-MAR-19 12:22:00 (CST-6)
Location: FONTANELLE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Department of Highways

Highway 91 is closed in both direction between Blair and Nickerson.

Flood in DODGE, NEBRASKA
From 13-MAR-19 11:47:00 to 13-MAR-19 12:47:00 (CST-6)
Location: FREMONT
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

The Platte River has begun to ruse out of its banks at Highway 77.

Flood in CASS, NEBRASKA
From 13-MAR-19 12:22:00 to 13-MAR-19 13:22:00 (CST-6)
Location: OREAPOLIS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

The Horseshoe Lake community is trapped due to rising water from the Platte River. Water has covered the only road in our out of the area.

Flood in SAUNDERS, NEBRASKA
From 13-MAR-19 13:09:00 to 13-MAR-19 14:09:00 (CST-6)
Location: WAHOO
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Highway 92 along the bypass around Wahoo is closed.

Flood in DOUGLAS, NEBRASKA
From 13-MAR-19 13:27:00 to 13-MAR-19 14:27:00 (CST-6)
Location: NORTH OMAHA
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

John J. Pershing Drive is closed between Dick Collins Road and Ponca Road due to street flooding.

Flood in SAUNDERS, NEBRASKA
From 13-MAR-19 13:50:00 to 13-MAR-19 14:50:00 (CST-6)
Location: WAHOO
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Department of Highways

First street is closed between County Road 19 and US 77 due to flooding.

Flood in SARPY, NEBRASKA
From 15-MAR-19 00:00:00 to 17-MAR-19 23:59:00 (CST-6)
Location: (OFF)OFFUTT AFB
Flood cause: Dam / Levee Break
Property damage: 420.00M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Other Federal Agency

Levee R-613 failed causing major flooding at Offutt Air Force Base and the Papillion Creek Wastewater Plant.

Flood in WASHINGTON, NEBRASKA
From 13-MAR-19 11:00:00 to 18-MAR-19 23:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: ARLINGTON
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Newspaper

The Washington County newspaper reported Arlington was hit hard during the flood. Flooding in Arlington began March 13 as the Bell Creek went out of its banks, flooding the village's sports complex at the intersection of First and Bell streets, parts of First and Second streets and areas south of U.S. Highway 30 and north of the village. The floodwaters closed down both directions of U.S. Highway 30. By Friday, water from the Bell Creek had receded in those areas, but on the other side of town, the Elkhorn River began to overflow, flooding the Washington County Fairgrounds and surrounding area.

Flood in PIERCE, NEBRASKA
From 13-MAR-19 07:00:00 to 19-MAR-19 16:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: OSMOND
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

Portions of the town had 2 to 3 feet of water, especially areas along the North Fork.

Flood in DODGE, NEBRASKA
From 13-MAR-19 15:15:00 to 13-MAR-19 16:15:00 (CST-6)
Location: NICKERSON
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Parts of Nickerson are under water due to overflow from Maple Creek.

Flood in CEDAR, NEBRASKA
From 13-MAR-19 19:43:00 to 13-MAR-19 20:43:00 (CST-6)
Location: LAUREL
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Logan Creek is out of its banks.

Flood in DODGE, NEBRASKA
From 13-MAR-19 20:00:00 to 13-MAR-19 21:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: NORTH BEND
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

The housing that holds the gauge equipment was knocked over by flowing ice. Data measurement on the Platte River at this location unavailable until further notice.

Flood in DODGE, NEBRASKA
From 13-MAR-19 23:26:00 to 14-MAR-19 00:26:00 (CST-6)
Location: FREMONT
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Residents south of Inglewood are being evacuated.

Flood in SAUNDERS, NEBRASKA
From 14-MAR-19 01:43:00 to 14-MAR-19 02:43:00 (CST-6)
Location: LESHARA
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Residents of the Woodcliffe Lakes community are being asked to evacuate.

Flood in PLATTE, NEBRASKA
From 14-MAR-19 03:14:00 to 14-MAR-19 04:14:00 (CST-6)
Location: COLUMBUS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Storm Chaser

Water covering Highway 30 and Highway 81 intersection.

Flood in SAUNDERS, NEBRASKA
From 14-MAR-19 03:15:00 to 14-MAR-19 04:15:00 (CST-6)
Location: MEAD
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Employee

Highway 92 was closed.

Flood in CUMING, NEBRASKA
From 14-MAR-19 03:27:00 to 14-MAR-19 04:27:00 (CST-6)
Location: ALOYS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Widespread flooding across the county. There are three major bridges under water, including the highway 32 bridge at West Point, The Wisner County Road 6 bridge, and the Beemer bridge are all impassable.

Flood in PLATTE, NEBRASKA
From 14-MAR-19 03:42:00 to 14-MAR-19 04:42:00 (CST-6)
Location: OCONEE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Evacuations are beginning in the Lake Oconee area.

Flood in DOUGLAS, NEBRASKA
From 14-MAR-19 03:59:00 to 14-MAR-19 04:59:00 (CST-6)
Location: WATERLOO
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Evacuations taking place in cabins near Highway 92.

Flood in SARPY, NEBRASKA
From 14-MAR-19 05:40:00 to 19-MAR-19 02:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: SOUTH BEND
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Other Federal Agency

This is for flooding along the Platte River. The river gage at Louisville, operated by the USGS, peaked at 13.75 feet at 6 pm on March 16th. Minor flood stage is 9 feet, moderate flood stage is 11 feet while major flood stage is 12 feet. Preliminary this peak is the highest on record. Ice jamming also played a role in the flooding at this location. The net effect of this flooding was overwhelmed by the high water that immediately proceeded any river ice movement.

Flood in SAUNDERS, NEBRASKA
From 14-MAR-19 17:00:00 to 18-MAR-19 14:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: CEDAR BLUFFS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 950.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Other Federal Agency

This is for flooding along the Platte River. The river gage at Leshara, operated by the USGS, peaked at 12.38 feet at 8 am on March 15th. Minor flood stage is 8 feet, moderate flood stage is 10 feet while major flood stage is 12 feet. Preliminary this peak is the highest on record. Ice jamming also played a role in the flooding at this location. The net effect of this flooding was overwhelmed by the high water that immediately proceeded any river ice movement.

Flood in DOUGLAS, NEBRASKA
From 14-MAR-19 17:00:00 to 18-MAR-19 14:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: ELK CITY
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 950.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Other Federal Agency

This is for flooding along the Platte River. The river gage at Leshara, operated by the USGS, peaked at 12.38 feet at 8 am on March 15th. Minor flood stage is 8 feet, moderate flood stage is 10 feet while major flood stage is 12 feet. Preliminary this peak is the highest on record. Ice jamming also played a role in the flooding at this location. The net effect of this flooding was overwhelmed by the high water that immediately proceeded any river ice movement. Another factor along this part of the river was a levee break at Union Dike just downstream of Fremont. This led to the evacuation of Valley and surrounding areas. Damage estimate for Union Dike is from the Army Corps of Engineers Omaha District.

Flood in ANTELOPE, NEBRASKA
From 13-MAR-19 10:00:00 to 14-MAR-19 19:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: ELGIN EDWARDS ARPT
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Beaver Creek rose out of its banks causing substantial flooding of the town of St. Edward. Several buildings in downtown were flooded with 1 to 2 feet of water.

Flood in WASHINGTON, NEBRASKA
From 14-MAR-19 03:00:00 to 23-MAR-19 03:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: SPIKER
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Other Federal Agency

This is for flooding along the Missouri River. The river gage at Blair, operated by the Army Corps of Engineers, peaked at 31.12 feet at 5 pm on March 18th. Minor flood stage is 26.5 feet, moderate flood stage is 28.2 feet, and major flood stage is 33 feet. Gage data is preliminary. Many roads along the river were impacted and damaged due to the flowing water over these roads.

Flood in DOUGLAS, NEBRASKA
From 13-MAR-19 06:00:00 to 23-MAR-19 10:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: (3NO)NORTH OMAHA ARP
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Other Federal Agency

This is for flooding along the Missouri River. The river gage at Omaha, operated by the USGS, peaked at 34.41 feet at 8 am on March 17th. Minor flood stage is 29 feet, moderate flood stage is 32 feet while major flood stage is 40 feet. Preliminarily this peak is the 3rd highest on record. The combination of this high water and that of the Platte River caused major damage to the Papillion Creek Wastewater plant.

Flash Flood in DOUGLAS, NEBRASKA
From 15-MAR-19 10:10:00 to 19-MAR-19 09:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: VALLEY
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Employee

NWS Omaha/Valley is being evacuated due to flood waters.  Valmont industries evacuated their plant and mandatory evacuation orders occurred in the town of Valley.  A levee breech in the Platte River along the Union Dike caused flood waters to overtake the entire town.  Numerous homes and businesses were flooded.

Flood in DODGE, NEBRASKA
From 13-MAR-19 07:00:00 to 16-MAR-19 21:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: UEHLING
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Other Federal Agency

This is for flooding along the Logan Creek. The river gage at Uehling, operated by the USGS, peaked at 21.16 feet at 4 pm on March 15th. Minor flood stage is 18 feet, moderate flood stage is 19 feet while major flood stage is 21 feet. Preliminarily this peak is the highest on record. The only known damages were to county roads along the Logan Creek. Other flooded areas were low-lying areas of Oakland which included their city park.

Flood in PLATTE, NEBRASKA
From 16-MAR-19 06:18:00 to 16-MAR-19 07:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: MONROE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Other Federal Agency

This is for flooding along the Platte River. The river gage near Duncan, operated by the USGS, briefly peaked above minor flood stage at 8.02 feet at 6:30 am on March 16th. Minor flood stage is 8 feet. Preliminary this peak was the 3rd highest on record. Ice jamming also played a role in the flooding at this location. The net effect of this flooding was overwhelmed by the high water that immediately proceeded any river ice movement.

Flood in DODGE, NEBRASKA
From 13-MAR-19 09:00:00 to 14-MAR-19 07:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: DODGE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: State Official

This is for flooding along the Pebble Creek. The river gage at Scribner, operated by the Nebraska DNR, peaked at 24.09 feet at 9 pm on March 13th. Minor flood stage is 18 feet, moderate flood stage is 21 feet while major flood stage is 23 feet. Preliminarily this peak is the 3rd highest on record. Flood gates placed on Highway 275 kept water out of Scribner likely saving it from major flooding.

Flood in CASS, NEBRASKA
From 13-MAR-19 13:00:00 to 31-MAR-19 23:59:00 (CST-6)
Location: OREAPOLIS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 15.00M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Other Federal Agency

This is for flooding along the Missouri River. The river gage at Plattsmouth, operated by the Army Corps of Engineers, peaked at 40.62 feet at 6 am on March 16th. Minor flood stage is 26 feet, moderate flood stage is 32 feet while major flood stage is 35 feet. Preliminary this peak is a record crest. This record flooding caused substantial damages to the water treatment plant for the city of Plattsmouth. Flooding continued into the next month.

Flood in PIERCE, NEBRASKA
From 13-MAR-19 11:00:00 to 19-MAR-19 20:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: PLAINVIEW
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Other Federal Agency

This is for flooding along the North Fork Elkhorn River. The river gage near Pierce, operated by the USGS, peaked at 17.34 feet at 2 am on March 14th. Minor flood stage is 12 feet, moderate flood stage is 14 feet while major flood stage is 16 feet. Preliminary this peak is the highest on record. The town of Pierce was saved by their levee which never overtopped or breached. Despite this portions of the town had 2 to 3 feet of water.

Flood in BOONE, NEBRASKA
From 13-MAR-19 08:59:00 to 13-MAR-19 09:59:00 (CST-6)
Location: AKRON
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Department of Highways

Highway 91 closed between 281 and 52 due to flooding.

Flood in THURSTON, NEBRASKA
From 13-MAR-19 05:00:00 to 13-MAR-19 18:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: WALTHILL
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A home along South Omaha Creek near Walthill was flooded.  The gauge on South Omaha Creek reached a preliminary value of 24.61 feet.  Flood totals for the county are included in the entry for Logan Creek Flooding.

Flood in MADISON, NEBRASKA
From 13-MAR-19 16:00:00 to 15-MAR-19 07:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: TILDEN
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 194.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Other Federal Agency

This is for flooding along the Elkhorn River. The river gage at Norfolk, operated by the USGS, peaked at 15.5 feet at 7 am on March 14th. Minor flood stage is 12 feet. Major flood stage is 17 feet. Preliminary this was the 3rd highest crest on record. A 30 year old man was killed by flood waters when he was on top of a car at 4 am CDT on the 14th in a field east of north First Street in Norfolk. Water swept away the man and the body was never found.  Water closed US Hyway 275 on the 14th and numerous streets were under water due to the flooding in Norfolk.

Flood in PLATTE, NEBRASKA
From 13-MAR-19 12:00:00 to 16-MAR-19 06:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: PLATTE CENTER
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Other Federal Agency

This is for flooding along the Shell Creek. The river gage near Columbus, operated by the USGS, peaked at 22.21 feet at 7:30 am on March 14th. Major flood stage is 22 feet. Preliminary data shows that this peak is the 2nd highest on record.  US Highway 81 was flooded over from high waters from Shell Creek.  Much rural property was inundated by flood waters.  A bridges were taken out by flooding. A Columbus man drowned on the 14th  while driving his tractor north on, 175th Avenue and over the Shell Creek Bridge. The bridge gave way and the man was swept away by flood waters.  Dollar amounts for the county are included in the Loup River flood entry.

Flood in SEWARD, NEBRASKA
From 13-MAR-19 16:00:00 to 18-MAR-19 01:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: STAPLEHURST
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: State Official

This is for flooding along the Big Blue River. The river gage at Seward, operated by the Nebraska DNR, peaked at 22.98 feet at 6 pm on March 14th. Minor flood stage is 18 feet, moderate flood stage is 22 feet while major flood stage is 27 feet. Gage data is preliminary. The Big Blue River flooded Highway 34 near Seward.