Niobrara River (Nebraska), Verdel (06465500)

StateNebraskaLatestPoor (706 cfs)
RiverNiobrara RiverRatingObservedEstimated
Updated2026-06-19 14:15 (26 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)3836
Discharge706 cfs (median: 1820 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)2103
Height3.29 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)1825
TrendSteady (rising 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)1325
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)741

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Trips for Niobrara River (Nebraska), Verdel (06465500)

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A total of 0 rows are displayed.

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Gauge Data Table

ObservationHeightDischargeMaximum
Discharge
Minimum
Discharge
Mean
Discharge
P05P10P20P25P50
(Median)
P75P80P90P95
2026-06-19 14:15 3.29 706 6760 (2024) 893 (1969) 2180 1030 1100 1430 1500 1820 2530 2700 3290 4700
2026-06-19 13:15 3.29 706 6760 (2024) 893 (1969) 2180 1030 1100 1430 1500 1820 2530 2700 3290 4700
2026-06-19 12:15 3.29 706 6760 (2024) 893 (1969) 2180 1030 1100 1430 1500 1820 2530 2700 3290 4700
2026-06-19 11:15 3.28 690 6760 (2024) 893 (1969) 2180 1030 1100 1430 1500 1820 2530 2700 3290 4700
2026-06-19 10:15 3.26 658 6760 (2024) 893 (1969) 2180 1030 1100 1430 1500 1820 2530 2700 3290 4700
2026-06-19 09:15 3.24 628 6760 (2024) 893 (1969) 2180 1030 1100 1430 1500 1820 2530 2700 3290 4700
2026-06-19 08:15 3.23 613 6760 (2024) 893 (1969) 2180 1030 1100 1430 1500 1820 2530 2700 3290 4700
2026-06-19 07:15 3.20 570 6760 (2024) 893 (1969) 2180 1030 1100 1430 1500 1820 2530 2700 3290 4700
2026-06-19 06:15 3.19 557 6760 (2024) 893 (1969) 2180 1030 1100 1430 1500 1820 2530 2700 3290 4700
2026-06-19 05:15 3.17 530 6760 (2024) 893 (1969) 2180 1030 1100 1430 1500 1820 2530 2700 3290 4700
2026-06-19 04:15 3.17 530 6760 (2024) 893 (1969) 2180 1030 1100 1430 1500 1820 2530 2700 3290 4700
2026-06-19 03:15 3.15 505 6760 (2024) 893 (1969) 2180 1030 1100 1430 1500 1820 2530 2700 3290 4700
2026-06-19 02:15 3.15 505 6760 (2024) 893 (1969) 2180 1030 1100 1430 1500 1820 2530 2700 3290 4700
2026-06-19 01:15 3.17 530 6760 (2024) 893 (1969) 2180 1030 1100 1430 1500 1820 2530 2700 3290 4700
2026-06-19 00:15 3.18 543 6760 (2024) 893 (1969) 2180 1030 1100 1430 1500 1820 2530 2700 3290 4700
2026-06-18 23:15 3.19 557 6760 (2024) 893 (1969) 2180 1030 1100 1430 1500 1820 2530 2700 3290 4700
2026-06-18 22:15 3.18 543 9440 (2024) 825 (1969) 2310 1050 1220 1400 1450 1920 2810 3050 3580 5010
2026-06-18 21:15 3.19 557 9440 (2024) 825 (1969) 2310 1050 1220 1400 1450 1920 2810 3050 3580 5010
2026-06-18 20:15 3.19 557 9440 (2024) 825 (1969) 2310 1050 1220 1400 1450 1920 2810 3050 3580 5010
2026-06-18 19:15 3.20 570 9440 (2024) 825 (1969) 2310 1050 1220 1400 1450 1920 2810 3050 3580 5010
2026-06-18 18:15 3.19 557 9440 (2024) 825 (1969) 2310 1050 1220 1400 1450 1920 2810 3050 3580 5010
2026-06-18 17:15 3.18 543 9440 (2024) 825 (1969) 2310 1050 1220 1400 1450 1920 2810 3050 3580 5010
2026-06-18 16:15 3.17 530 9440 (2024) 825 (1969) 2310 1050 1220 1400 1450 1920 2810 3050 3580 5010
2026-06-18 15:15 3.15 505 9440 (2024) 825 (1969) 2310 1050 1220 1400 1450 1920 2810 3050 3580 5010
2026-06-18 14:15 3.15 505 9440 (2024) 825 (1969) 2310 1050 1220 1400 1450 1920 2810 3050 3580 5010
2026-06-18 13:15 3.13 480 9440 (2024) 825 (1969) 2310 1050 1220 1400 1450 1920 2810 3050 3580 5010
2026-06-18 12:15 3.12 469 9440 (2024) 825 (1969) 2310 1050 1220 1400 1450 1920 2810 3050 3580 5010
2026-06-18 11:15 3.10 446 9440 (2024) 825 (1969) 2310 1050 1220 1400 1450 1920 2810 3050 3580 5010
2026-06-18 10:15 3.06 403 9440 (2024) 825 (1969) 2310 1050 1220 1400 1450 1920 2810 3050 3580 5010
2026-06-18 09:15 3.04 383 9440 (2024) 825 (1969) 2310 1050 1220 1400 1450 1920 2810 3050 3580 5010
2026-06-18 08:15 3.04 383 9440 (2024) 825 (1969) 2310 1050 1220 1400 1450 1920 2810 3050 3580 5010
2026-06-18 07:15 3.04 383 9440 (2024) 825 (1969) 2310 1050 1220 1400 1450 1920 2810 3050 3580 5010
2026-06-18 06:15 3.05 393 9440 (2024) 825 (1969) 2310 1050 1220 1400 1450 1920 2810 3050 3580 5010
2026-06-18 05:15 3.06 403 9440 (2024) 825 (1969) 2310 1050 1220 1400 1450 1920 2810 3050 3580 5010
2026-06-18 04:15 3.05 393 9440 (2024) 825 (1969) 2310 1050 1220 1400 1450 1920 2810 3050 3580 5010
2026-06-18 03:15 3.03 373 9440 (2024) 825 (1969) 2310 1050 1220 1400 1450 1920 2810 3050 3580 5010
2026-06-18 02:15 3.01 354 9440 (2024) 825 (1969) 2310 1050 1220 1400 1450 1920 2810 3050 3580 5010
2026-06-18 01:15 3.01 354 9440 (2024) 825 (1969) 2310 1050 1220 1400 1450 1920 2810 3050 3580 5010
2026-06-18 00:15 3.05 393 9440 (2024) 825 (1969) 2310 1050 1220 1400 1450 1920 2810 3050 3580 5010
2026-06-17 23:15 3.07 413 9440 (2024) 825 (1969) 2310 1050 1220 1400 1450 1920 2810 3050 3580 5010

A total of 40 rows are displayed for years 1938 through 2025.