Platte River (Nebraska), Kearney (06770200)

StateNebraskaLatestUnknown (1550 cfs)
RiverPlatte RiverRatingObservedEstimated
Updated2026-05-31 8:15 (27 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)
Discharge1550 cfs (median: 2390 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)
Height3.57 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)
TrendRising (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), Kearney (06770200)

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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
2026-05-31 08:15 3.57 1550 12500 (2015) 140 (2009) 3470 387 862 1150 2390 5290 6670 9030
2026-05-31 07:15 3.56 1530 12500 (2015) 140 (2009) 3470 387 862 1150 2390 5290 6670 9030
2026-05-31 06:15 3.57 1550 12500 (2015) 140 (2009) 3470 387 862 1150 2390 5290 6670 9030
2026-05-31 05:15 3.55 1500 12500 (2015) 140 (2009) 3470 387 862 1150 2390 5290 6670 9030
2026-05-31 04:15 3.55 1500 12500 (2015) 140 (2009) 3470 387 862 1150 2390 5290 6670 9030
2026-05-31 03:15 3.54 1480 12500 (2015) 140 (2009) 3470 387 862 1150 2390 5290 6670 9030
2026-05-31 02:15 3.53 1460 12500 (2015) 140 (2009) 3470 387 862 1150 2390 5290 6670 9030
2026-05-31 01:15 3.52 1450 12500 (2015) 140 (2009) 3470 387 862 1150 2390 5290 6670 9030
2026-05-31 00:15 3.50 1420 12500 (2015) 140 (2009) 3470 387 862 1150 2390 5290 6670 9030
2026-05-30 23:15 3.48 1390 12500 (2015) 140 (2009) 3470 387 862 1150 2390 5290 6670 9030
2026-05-30 22:15 3.40 1290 11500 (2015) 157 (2009) 3500 613 1080 1180 2280 5620 7020 8990
2026-05-30 21:15 3.39 1270 11500 (2015) 157 (2009) 3500 613 1080 1180 2280 5620 7020 8990
2026-05-30 20:15 3.34 1190 11500 (2015) 157 (2009) 3500 613 1080 1180 2280 5620 7020 8990
2026-05-30 19:15 3.33 1180 11500 (2015) 157 (2009) 3500 613 1080 1180 2280 5620 7020 8990
2026-05-30 18:15 3.36 1220 11500 (2015) 157 (2009) 3500 613 1080 1180 2280 5620 7020 8990
2026-05-30 17:15 3.43 1330 11500 (2015) 157 (2009) 3500 613 1080 1180 2280 5620 7020 8990
2026-05-30 16:15 3.49 1410 11500 (2015) 157 (2009) 3500 613 1080 1180 2280 5620 7020 8990
2026-05-30 15:15 3.56 1530 11500 (2015) 157 (2009) 3500 613 1080 1180 2280 5620 7020 8990
2026-05-30 14:15 3.59 1590 11500 (2015) 157 (2009) 3500 613 1080 1180 2280 5620 7020 8990
2026-05-30 13:15 3.60 1610 11500 (2015) 157 (2009) 3500 613 1080 1180 2280 5620 7020 8990
2026-05-30 12:15 3.61 1630 11500 (2015) 157 (2009) 3500 613 1080 1180 2280 5620 7020 8990
2026-05-30 11:15 3.60 1610 11500 (2015) 157 (2009) 3500 613 1080 1180 2280 5620 7020 8990
2026-05-30 10:15 3.60 1610 11500 (2015) 157 (2009) 3500 613 1080 1180 2280 5620 7020 8990
2026-05-30 09:15 3.60 1610 11500 (2015) 157 (2009) 3500 613 1080 1180 2280 5620 7020 8990
2026-05-30 08:15 3.61 1630 11500 (2015) 157 (2009) 3500 613 1080 1180 2280 5620 7020 8990
2026-05-30 07:15 3.61 1630 11500 (2015) 157 (2009) 3500 613 1080 1180 2280 5620 7020 8990
2026-05-30 06:15 3.61 1630 11500 (2015) 157 (2009) 3500 613 1080 1180 2280 5620 7020 8990
2026-05-30 05:15 3.59 1590 11500 (2015) 157 (2009) 3500 613 1080 1180 2280 5620 7020 8990
2026-05-30 04:15 3.59 1590 11500 (2015) 157 (2009) 3500 613 1080 1180 2280 5620 7020 8990
2026-05-30 03:15 3.58 1570 11500 (2015) 157 (2009) 3500 613 1080 1180 2280 5620 7020 8990
2026-05-30 02:15 3.58 1570 11500 (2015) 157 (2009) 3500 613 1080 1180 2280 5620 7020 8990
2026-05-30 01:15 3.58 1570 11500 (2015) 157 (2009) 3500 613 1080 1180 2280 5620 7020 8990
2026-05-30 00:15 3.51 1440 11500 (2015) 157 (2009) 3500 613 1080 1180 2280 5620 7020 8990
2026-05-29 23:15 3.51 1440 11500 (2015) 157 (2009) 3500 613 1080 1180 2280 5620 7020 8990

A total of 34 rows are displayed for years 2008 through 2025.