Platte River (Nebraska), Ashland (06801000)

StateNebraskaLatestUnknown (1790 cfs)
RiverPlatte RiverRatingObservedEstimated
Updated2026-08-11 6:00 (49 minutes 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)
Discharge1790 cfs (median: 2700 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)
Height13.67 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), Ashland (06801000)

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Gauge Data Table

ObservationHeightDischargeMaximum
Discharge
Minimum
Discharge
Mean
Discharge
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P75P80P90P95
2026-08-11 06:00 13.67 1790 12500 (2019) 404 (1941) 3440 670 976 1310 1450 2700 4450 4840 8140 9910
2026-08-11 05:00 13.70 1860 12500 (2019) 404 (1941) 3440 670 976 1310 1450 2700 4450 4840 8140 9910
2026-08-11 04:00 13.74 1960 12500 (2019) 404 (1941) 3440 670 976 1310 1450 2700 4450 4840 8140 9910
2026-08-11 03:00 13.76 2010 12500 (2019) 404 (1941) 3440 670 976 1310 1450 2700 4450 4840 8140 9910
2026-08-11 02:00 13.81 2140 12500 (2019) 404 (1941) 3440 670 976 1310 1450 2700 4450 4840 8140 9910
2026-08-11 01:00 13.83 2200 12500 (2019) 404 (1941) 3440 670 976 1310 1450 2700 4450 4840 8140 9910
2026-08-11 00:00 13.88 2330 12500 (2019) 404 (1941) 3440 670 976 1310 1450 2700 4450 4840 8140 9910
2026-08-10 23:00 13.93 2480 12500 (2019) 404 (1941) 3440 670 976 1310 1450 2700 4450 4840 8140 9910
2026-08-10 22:00 13.94 2500 12500 (2019) 347 (1941) 3520 705 1130 1390 1420 2590 4730 5220 8050 10600
2026-08-10 21:00 13.94 2500 12500 (2019) 347 (1941) 3520 705 1130 1390 1420 2590 4730 5220 8050 10600
2026-08-10 20:00 13.96 2560 12500 (2019) 347 (1941) 3520 705 1130 1390 1420 2590 4730 5220 8050 10600
2026-08-10 19:00 13.94 2500 12500 (2019) 347 (1941) 3520 705 1130 1390 1420 2590 4730 5220 8050 10600
2026-08-10 18:00 13.91 2420 12500 (2019) 347 (1941) 3520 705 1130 1390 1420 2590 4730 5220 8050 10600
2026-08-10 17:00 13.86 2280 12500 (2019) 347 (1941) 3520 705 1130 1390 1420 2590 4730 5220 8050 10600
2026-08-10 16:00 13.80 2120 12500 (2019) 347 (1941) 3520 705 1130 1390 1420 2590 4730 5220 8050 10600
2026-08-10 15:00 13.75 1990 12500 (2019) 347 (1941) 3520 705 1130 1390 1420 2590 4730 5220 8050 10600
2026-08-10 14:00 13.72 1910 12500 (2019) 347 (1941) 3520 705 1130 1390 1420 2590 4730 5220 8050 10600
2026-08-10 13:00 13.69 1840 12500 (2019) 347 (1941) 3520 705 1130 1390 1420 2590 4730 5220 8050 10600
2026-08-10 12:00 13.67 1790 12500 (2019) 347 (1941) 3520 705 1130 1390 1420 2590 4730 5220 8050 10600
2026-08-10 11:00 13.69 1840 12500 (2019) 347 (1941) 3520 705 1130 1390 1420 2590 4730 5220 8050 10600
2026-08-10 10:00 13.70 1860 12500 (2019) 347 (1941) 3520 705 1130 1390 1420 2590 4730 5220 8050 10600
2026-08-10 09:00 13.71 1890 12500 (2019) 347 (1941) 3520 705 1130 1390 1420 2590 4730 5220 8050 10600
2026-08-10 08:00 13.72 1910 12500 (2019) 347 (1941) 3520 705 1130 1390 1420 2590 4730 5220 8050 10600
2026-08-10 07:00 13.74 1960 12500 (2019) 347 (1941) 3520 705 1130 1390 1420 2590 4730 5220 8050 10600
2026-08-10 06:00 13.77 2040 12500 (2019) 347 (1941) 3520 705 1130 1390 1420 2590 4730 5220 8050 10600
2026-08-10 05:00 13.81 2140 12500 (2019) 347 (1941) 3520 705 1130 1390 1420 2590 4730 5220 8050 10600
2026-08-10 04:00 13.84 2220 12500 (2019) 347 (1941) 3520 705 1130 1390 1420 2590 4730 5220 8050 10600
2026-08-10 03:00 13.88 2330 12500 (2019) 347 (1941) 3520 705 1130 1390 1420 2590 4730 5220 8050 10600
2026-08-10 02:00 13.91 2420 12500 (2019) 347 (1941) 3520 705 1130 1390 1420 2590 4730 5220 8050 10600
2026-08-10 01:00 13.97 2590 12500 (2019) 347 (1941) 3520 705 1130 1390 1420 2590 4730 5220 8050 10600
2026-08-10 00:00 14.04 2800 12500 (2019) 347 (1941) 3520 705 1130 1390 1420 2590 4730 5220 8050 10600
2026-08-09 23:00 14.10 2990 12500 (2019) 347 (1941) 3520 705 1130 1390 1420 2590 4730 5220 8050 10600

A total of 32 rows are displayed for years 1929 through 2024.