Platte River (Nebraska), Louisville (06805500)

StateNebraskaLatestUnknown (6070 cfs)
RiverPlatte RiverRatingObservedEstimated
Updated2026-06-19 18:15 (52 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)
Discharge6070 cfs (median: 9070 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)
Height3.66 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), Louisville (06805500)

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A total of 0 rows are displayed.

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Gauge Data Table

ObservationHeightDischargeMaximum
Discharge
Minimum
Discharge
Mean
Discharge
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2026-06-19 18:15 3.66 6070 69100 (2010) 1480 (1976) 14100 2270 3010 4200 4650 9070 17300 19900 29800 60200
2026-06-19 17:15 3.72 6350 69100 (2010) 1480 (1976) 14100 2270 3010 4200 4650 9070 17300 19900 29800 60200
2026-06-19 16:15 3.75 6490 69100 (2010) 1480 (1976) 14100 2270 3010 4200 4650 9070 17300 19900 29800 60200
2026-06-19 15:15 3.77 6590 69100 (2010) 1480 (1976) 14100 2270 3010 4200 4650 9070 17300 19900 29800 60200
2026-06-19 14:15 3.74 6450 69100 (2010) 1480 (1976) 14100 2270 3010 4200 4650 9070 17300 19900 29800 60200
2026-06-19 13:15 3.69 6210 69100 (2010) 1480 (1976) 14100 2270 3010 4200 4650 9070 17300 19900 29800 60200
2026-06-19 12:15 3.62 5890 69100 (2010) 1480 (1976) 14100 2270 3010 4200 4650 9070 17300 19900 29800 60200
2026-06-19 11:15 3.52 5450 69100 (2010) 1480 (1976) 14100 2270 3010 4200 4650 9070 17300 19900 29800 60200
2026-06-19 10:15 3.42 5030 69100 (2010) 1480 (1976) 14100 2270 3010 4200 4650 9070 17300 19900 29800 60200
2026-06-19 09:15 3.31 4590 69100 (2010) 1480 (1976) 14100 2270 3010 4200 4650 9070 17300 19900 29800 60200
2026-06-19 08:15 3.25 4360 69100 (2010) 1480 (1976) 14100 2270 3010 4200 4650 9070 17300 19900 29800 60200
2026-06-19 07:15 3.22 4250 69100 (2010) 1480 (1976) 14100 2270 3010 4200 4650 9070 17300 19900 29800 60200
2026-06-19 06:15 3.20 4180 69100 (2010) 1480 (1976) 14100 2270 3010 4200 4650 9070 17300 19900 29800 60200
2026-06-19 05:15 3.18 4110 69100 (2010) 1480 (1976) 14100 2270 3010 4200 4650 9070 17300 19900 29800 60200
2026-06-19 04:15 3.20 4180 69100 (2010) 1480 (1976) 14100 2270 3010 4200 4650 9070 17300 19900 29800 60200
2026-06-19 03:15 3.23 4290 69100 (2010) 1480 (1976) 14100 2270 3010 4200 4650 9070 17300 19900 29800 60200
2026-06-19 02:15 3.24 4330 69100 (2010) 1480 (1976) 14100 2270 3010 4200 4650 9070 17300 19900 29800 60200
2026-06-19 01:15 3.28 4480 69100 (2010) 1480 (1976) 14100 2270 3010 4200 4650 9070 17300 19900 29800 60200
2026-06-19 00:15 3.31 4590 69100 (2010) 1480 (1976) 14100 2270 3010 4200 4650 9070 17300 19900 29800 60200
2026-06-18 23:15 3.35 4750 69100 (2010) 1480 (1976) 14100 2270 3010 4200 4650 9070 17300 19900 29800 60200
2026-06-18 22:15 3.37 4830 71900 (1984) 1570 (1956) 14500 2140 2660 3990 4430 9140 17000 21200 43900 59900
2026-06-18 21:15 3.42 5030 71900 (1984) 1570 (1956) 14500 2140 2660 3990 4430 9140 17000 21200 43900 59900
2026-06-18 20:15 3.49 5320 71900 (1984) 1570 (1956) 14500 2140 2660 3990 4430 9140 17000 21200 43900 59900
2026-06-18 19:15 3.56 5620 71900 (1984) 1570 (1956) 14500 2140 2660 3990 4430 9140 17000 21200 43900 59900
2026-06-18 18:15 3.62 5890 71900 (1984) 1570 (1956) 14500 2140 2660 3990 4430 9140 17000 21200 43900 59900
2026-06-18 17:15 3.69 6210 71900 (1984) 1570 (1956) 14500 2140 2660 3990 4430 9140 17000 21200 43900 59900
2026-06-18 16:15 3.74 6450 71900 (1984) 1570 (1956) 14500 2140 2660 3990 4430 9140 17000 21200 43900 59900
2026-06-18 15:15 3.83 6890 71900 (1984) 1570 (1956) 14500 2140 2660 3990 4430 9140 17000 21200 43900 59900
2026-06-18 14:15 3.89 7190 71900 (1984) 1570 (1956) 14500 2140 2660 3990 4430 9140 17000 21200 43900 59900
2026-06-18 13:15 3.91 7290 71900 (1984) 1570 (1956) 14500 2140 2660 3990 4430 9140 17000 21200 43900 59900
2026-06-18 12:15 3.94 7450 71900 (1984) 1570 (1956) 14500 2140 2660 3990 4430 9140 17000 21200 43900 59900
2026-06-18 11:15 3.96 7560 71900 (1984) 1570 (1956) 14500 2140 2660 3990 4430 9140 17000 21200 43900 59900
2026-06-18 10:15 3.90 7240 71900 (1984) 1570 (1956) 14500 2140 2660 3990 4430 9140 17000 21200 43900 59900
2026-06-18 09:15 3.90 7240 71900 (1984) 1570 (1956) 14500 2140 2660 3990 4430 9140 17000 21200 43900 59900
2026-06-18 08:15 3.84 6940 71900 (1984) 1570 (1956) 14500 2140 2660 3990 4430 9140 17000 21200 43900 59900
2026-06-18 07:15 3.77 6590 71900 (1984) 1570 (1956) 14500 2140 2660 3990 4430 9140 17000 21200 43900 59900
2026-06-18 06:15 3.70 6260 71900 (1984) 1570 (1956) 14500 2140 2660 3990 4430 9140 17000 21200 43900 59900
2026-06-18 05:15 3.61 5840 71900 (1984) 1570 (1956) 14500 2140 2660 3990 4430 9140 17000 21200 43900 59900
2026-06-18 04:15 3.56 5620 71900 (1984) 1570 (1956) 14500 2140 2660 3990 4430 9140 17000 21200 43900 59900
2026-06-18 03:15 3.54 5530 71900 (1984) 1570 (1956) 14500 2140 2660 3990 4430 9140 17000 21200 43900 59900
2026-06-18 02:15 3.55 5580 71900 (1984) 1570 (1956) 14500 2140 2660 3990 4430 9140 17000 21200 43900 59900
2026-06-18 01:15 3.56 5620 71900 (1984) 1570 (1956) 14500 2140 2660 3990 4430 9140 17000 21200 43900 59900
2026-06-18 00:15 3.56 5620 71900 (1984) 1570 (1956) 14500 2140 2660 3990 4430 9140 17000 21200 43900 59900
2026-06-17 23:15 3.63 5930 71900 (1984) 1570 (1956) 14500 2140 2660 3990 4430 9140 17000 21200 43900 59900

A total of 44 rows are displayed for years 1953 through 2024.