Platte River (Nebraska), Ashland (06801000)

StateNebraskaLatestUnknown (6920 cfs)
RiverPlatte RiverRatingObservedEstimated
Updated2026-06-26 13:00 (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)
Discharge6920 cfs (median: 6460 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)
Height14.96 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
P05P10P20P25P50
(Median)
P75P80P90P95
2026-06-26 13:00 14.96 6920 54400 (1947) 1230 (1936) 9620 1950 2750 3310 3960 6460 12400 14300 21600 25900
2026-06-26 12:00 15.04 7330 54400 (1947) 1230 (1936) 9620 1950 2750 3310 3960 6460 12400 14300 21600 25900
2026-06-26 11:00 15.09 7590 54400 (1947) 1230 (1936) 9620 1950 2750 3310 3960 6460 12400 14300 21600 25900
2026-06-26 10:00 15.15 7910 54400 (1947) 1230 (1936) 9620 1950 2750 3310 3960 6460 12400 14300 21600 25900
2026-06-26 09:00 15.20 8190 54400 (1947) 1230 (1936) 9620 1950 2750 3310 3960 6460 12400 14300 21600 25900
2026-06-26 08:00 15.27 8580 54400 (1947) 1230 (1936) 9620 1950 2750 3310 3960 6460 12400 14300 21600 25900
2026-06-26 07:00 15.30 8750 54400 (1947) 1230 (1936) 9620 1950 2750 3310 3960 6460 12400 14300 21600 25900
2026-06-26 06:00 15.35 9040 54400 (1947) 1230 (1936) 9620 1950 2750 3310 3960 6460 12400 14300 21600 25900
2026-06-26 05:00 15.35 9040 54400 (1947) 1230 (1936) 9620 1950 2750 3310 3960 6460 12400 14300 21600 25900
2026-06-26 04:00 15.37 9150 54400 (1947) 1230 (1936) 9620 1950 2750 3310 3960 6460 12400 14300 21600 25900
2026-06-26 03:00 15.37 9150 54400 (1947) 1230 (1936) 9620 1950 2750 3310 3960 6460 12400 14300 21600 25900
2026-06-26 02:00 15.34 8980 54400 (1947) 1230 (1936) 9620 1950 2750 3310 3960 6460 12400 14300 21600 25900
2026-06-26 01:00 15.30 8750 54400 (1947) 1230 (1936) 9620 1950 2750 3310 3960 6460 12400 14300 21600 25900
2026-06-26 00:00 15.25 8470 54400 (1947) 1230 (1936) 9620 1950 2750 3310 3960 6460 12400 14300 21600 25900
2026-06-25 23:00 15.17 8020 54400 (1947) 1230 (1936) 9620 1950 2750 3310 3960 6460 12400 14300 21600 25900
2026-06-25 22:00 15.09 7590 73600 (1947) 1270 (1936) 10000 1880 2360 3930 4090 7500 13100 14300 20300 23800
2026-06-25 21:00 15.02 7230 73600 (1947) 1270 (1936) 10000 1880 2360 3930 4090 7500 13100 14300 20300 23800
2026-06-25 20:00 14.97 6970 73600 (1947) 1270 (1936) 10000 1880 2360 3930 4090 7500 13100 14300 20300 23800
2026-06-25 19:00 14.93 6770 73600 (1947) 1270 (1936) 10000 1880 2360 3930 4090 7500 13100 14300 20300 23800
2026-06-25 18:00 14.91 6670 73600 (1947) 1270 (1936) 10000 1880 2360 3930 4090 7500 13100 14300 20300 23800
2026-06-25 17:00 14.87 6480 73600 (1947) 1270 (1936) 10000 1880 2360 3930 4090 7500 13100 14300 20300 23800
2026-06-25 16:00 14.89 6580 73600 (1947) 1270 (1936) 10000 1880 2360 3930 4090 7500 13100 14300 20300 23800
2026-06-25 15:00 14.91 6670 73600 (1947) 1270 (1936) 10000 1880 2360 3930 4090 7500 13100 14300 20300 23800
2026-06-25 14:00 14.93 6770 73600 (1947) 1270 (1936) 10000 1880 2360 3930 4090 7500 13100 14300 20300 23800
2026-06-25 13:00 14.98 7020 73600 (1947) 1270 (1936) 10000 1880 2360 3930 4090 7500 13100 14300 20300 23800
2026-06-25 12:00 15.03 7280 73600 (1947) 1270 (1936) 10000 1880 2360 3930 4090 7500 13100 14300 20300 23800
2026-06-25 11:00 15.08 7540 73600 (1947) 1270 (1936) 10000 1880 2360 3930 4090 7500 13100 14300 20300 23800
2026-06-25 10:00 15.14 7860 73600 (1947) 1270 (1936) 10000 1880 2360 3930 4090 7500 13100 14300 20300 23800
2026-06-25 09:00 15.19 8130 73600 (1947) 1270 (1936) 10000 1880 2360 3930 4090 7500 13100 14300 20300 23800
2026-06-25 01:00 15.61 10600 73600 (1947) 1270 (1936) 10000 1880 2360 3930 4090 7500 13100 14300 20300 23800
2026-06-25 00:00 15.60 10500 73600 (1947) 1270 (1936) 10000 1880 2360 3930 4090 7500 13100 14300 20300 23800
2026-06-24 23:00 15.60 10500 73600 (1947) 1270 (1936) 10000 1880 2360 3930 4090 7500 13100 14300 20300 23800

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