What this tracks
This dataset identifies Nebraska’s hydrologic units (watersheds) using 10-digit codes that classify water drainage areas.
Why it matters to you
If you’re buying property near Rifle Creek or the Middle Loup River, this data shows whether your land falls within a designated watershed. Farmers can check if their fields share a HUC10 code with nearby water sources, which matters for irrigation planning and conservation programs. Developers in Nebraska must consult these boundaries when assessing flood risks or stormwater management requirements.
How to read this data
HUC10 — A 10-digit code like “1021000303” representing nested watershed boundaries, where the first digits show larger regional basins.
NAME — The local water feature name (e.g., “Rifle Creek-Middle Loup River”).
AREAACRES — The watershed size in acres (e.g., 172,493 acres for the sample entry).
Try it yourself
Search your Nebraska address on the USGS Watershed Map (https://water.usgs.gov/wsc/map_index.html) to find your HUC10 code and compare it with neighboring watersheds.