Platte River (Nebraska), Leshara (06796500)

StateNebraskaLatestUnknown (3630 cfs)
RiverPlatte RiverRatingObservedEstimated
Updated2026-11-03 6:00 (1 hour ago)Flood - The river is flooding. Obstacles can be treacherous or deadly. The river should be avoided at this stage for casual trips and definitely for the inexperienced. Trips should be attempted only with protective gear and equipment.Flood(none)(none)
Discharge3630 cfs (median: 4220 cfs)High - The river is high and potentially dangerous, especially for the young and / or inexperienced. Normal stream obstacles are sometimes difficult to navigate. Extended distances can be attempted, but canoe travel may not be advisable.High(none)(none)
Height4.27 feetGood - Conditions are ideal for a canoe or kayak. Boats typically will drag on fewer than one-quarter of riffles, if at all, and portages are unnecessary or rare. Normal float lengths can be attempted without a problem.Good(none)(none)
TrendFalling (falling over 24 hours)Low - River is low but can still be floated. Some riffles are okay but most come with significant dragging and might need a portage. Float lengths should be reduced to accommodate low flow, dragging, and portages.Low(none)(none)
USGSExternal icon USGS Site (External icon Duck Duck Go Maps)Poor - River is too low to float comfortably. Most or all riffles will drag or must be portaged and some obstacles (such as slick shelf rock) cause undue problems. Avoid the river at this stage for casual paddling trips.Poor(none)(none)

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Trips for Platte River (Nebraska), Leshara (06796500)

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A total of 0 rows are displayed.

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Classic Trip List

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Gauge Data Table

ObservationHeightDischargeMaximum
Discharge
Minimum
Discharge
Mean
Discharge
P05P10P20P25P50
(Median)
P75P80P90P95
2026-11-03 06:00 4.27 3630 9600 (1998) 1180 (2013) 4530 1530 2470 3060 3560 4220 5750 5930 6350 7910
2026-11-03 05:00 4.28 3670 9600 (1998) 1180 (2013) 4530 1530 2470 3060 3560 4220 5750 5930 6350 7910
2026-11-03 04:00 4.28 3670 9600 (1998) 1180 (2013) 4530 1530 2470 3060 3560 4220 5750 5930 6350 7910
2026-11-03 03:00 4.29 3700 9600 (1998) 1180 (2013) 4530 1530 2470 3060 3560 4220 5750 5930 6350 7910
2026-11-03 02:00 4.30 3740 9600 (1998) 1180 (2013) 4530 1530 2470 3060 3560 4220 5750 5930 6350 7910
2026-11-03 01:00 4.34 3900 9600 (1998) 1180 (2013) 4530 1530 2470 3060 3560 4220 5750 5930 6350 7910
2026-11-03 00:00 4.35 3930 9600 (1998) 1180 (2013) 4530 1530 2470 3060 3560 4220 5750 5930 6350 7910
2026-11-02 23:00 4.38 4050 9600 (1998) 1180 (2013) 4530 1530 2470 3060 3560 4220 5750 5930 6350 7910
2026-11-02 22:00 4.39 4090 9970 (1998) 1590 (2004) 4700 2030 2940 3140 3280 4500 5520 6240 6430 8140
2026-11-02 21:00 4.43 4260 9970 (1998) 1590 (2004) 4700 2030 2940 3140 3280 4500 5520 6240 6430 8140
2026-11-02 20:00 4.48 4460 9970 (1998) 1590 (2004) 4700 2030 2940 3140 3280 4500 5520 6240 6430 8140
2026-11-02 19:00 4.51 4590 9970 (1998) 1590 (2004) 4700 2030 2940 3140 3280 4500 5520 6240 6430 8140
2026-11-02 18:00 4.54 4720 9970 (1998) 1590 (2004) 4700 2030 2940 3140 3280 4500 5520 6240 6430 8140
2026-11-02 17:00 4.56 4810 9970 (1998) 1590 (2004) 4700 2030 2940 3140 3280 4500 5520 6240 6430 8140
2026-11-02 16:00 4.55 4770 9970 (1998) 1590 (2004) 4700 2030 2940 3140 3280 4500 5520 6240 6430 8140
2026-11-02 15:00 4.57 4850 9970 (1998) 1590 (2004) 4700 2030 2940 3140 3280 4500 5520 6240 6430 8140
2026-11-02 14:00 4.54 4720 9970 (1998) 1590 (2004) 4700 2030 2940 3140 3280 4500 5520 6240 6430 8140
2026-11-02 13:00 4.54 4720 9970 (1998) 1590 (2004) 4700 2030 2940 3140 3280 4500 5520 6240 6430 8140
2026-11-02 12:00 4.48 4460 9970 (1998) 1590 (2004) 4700 2030 2940 3140 3280 4500 5520 6240 6430 8140
2026-11-02 11:00 4.45 4340 9970 (1998) 1590 (2004) 4700 2030 2940 3140 3280 4500 5520 6240 6430 8140
2026-11-02 10:00 4.39 4090 9970 (1998) 1590 (2004) 4700 2030 2940 3140 3280 4500 5520 6240 6430 8140
2026-11-02 09:00 4.34 3900 9970 (1998) 1590 (2004) 4700 2030 2940 3140 3280 4500 5520 6240 6430 8140
2026-11-02 08:00 4.32 3820 9970 (1998) 1590 (2004) 4700 2030 2940 3140 3280 4500 5520 6240 6430 8140
2026-11-02 07:00 4.30 3740 9970 (1998) 1590 (2004) 4700 2030 2940 3140 3280 4500 5520 6240 6430 8140
2026-11-02 06:00 4.29 3700 9970 (1998) 1590 (2004) 4700 2030 2940 3140 3280 4500 5520 6240 6430 8140
2026-11-02 05:00 4.29 3700 9970 (1998) 1590 (2004) 4700 2030 2940 3140 3280 4500 5520 6240 6430 8140
2026-11-02 04:00 4.32 3820 9970 (1998) 1590 (2004) 4700 2030 2940 3140 3280 4500 5520 6240 6430 8140
2026-11-02 03:00 4.33 3860 9970 (1998) 1590 (2004) 4700 2030 2940 3140 3280 4500 5520 6240 6430 8140
2026-11-02 02:00 4.38 4050 9970 (1998) 1590 (2004) 4700 2030 2940 3140 3280 4500 5520 6240 6430 8140
2026-11-02 01:00 4.41 4170 9970 (1998) 1590 (2004) 4700 2030 2940 3140 3280 4500 5520 6240 6430 8140
2026-11-02 00:00 4.44 4300 9970 (1998) 1590 (2004) 4700 2030 2940 3140 3280 4500 5520 6240 6430 8140
2026-11-01 23:00 4.47 4420 9970 (1998) 1590 (2004) 4700 2030 2940 3140 3280 4500 5520 6240 6430 8140

A total of 32 rows are displayed for years 1995 through 2025.