Platte River (Nebraska), North Bend (06796000)

StateNebraskaLatestUnknown (2380 cfs)
RiverPlatte RiverRatingObservedEstimated
Updated2026-05-05 11:15 (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)
Discharge2380 cfs (median: 4700 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)
Height3.06 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 (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)(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), North Bend (06796000)

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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
2026-05-05 11:15 3.06 2380 27100 (1984) 1560 (1955) 5480 2510 2620 3140 3490 4700 6270 6750 9160 12000
2026-05-05 10:15 3.07 2410 27100 (1984) 1560 (1955) 5480 2510 2620 3140 3490 4700 6270 6750 9160 12000
2026-05-05 09:15 3.08 2430 27100 (1984) 1560 (1955) 5480 2510 2620 3140 3490 4700 6270 6750 9160 12000
2026-05-05 08:15 3.08 2430 27100 (1984) 1560 (1955) 5480 2510 2620 3140 3490 4700 6270 6750 9160 12000
2026-05-05 07:15 3.06 2380 27100 (1984) 1560 (1955) 5480 2510 2620 3140 3490 4700 6270 6750 9160 12000
2026-05-05 06:15 3.05 2350 27100 (1984) 1560 (1955) 5480 2510 2620 3140 3490 4700 6270 6750 9160 12000
2026-05-05 05:15 3.03 2300 27100 (1984) 1560 (1955) 5480 2510 2620 3140 3490 4700 6270 6750 9160 12000
2026-05-05 04:15 2.98 2170 27100 (1984) 1560 (1955) 5480 2510 2620 3140 3490 4700 6270 6750 9160 12000
2026-05-05 03:15 2.94 2070 27100 (1984) 1560 (1955) 5480 2510 2620 3140 3490 4700 6270 6750 9160 12000
2026-05-05 02:15 2.89 1950 27100 (1984) 1560 (1955) 5480 2510 2620 3140 3490 4700 6270 6750 9160 12000
2026-05-05 01:15 2.86 1880 27100 (1984) 1560 (1955) 5480 2510 2620 3140 3490 4700 6270 6750 9160 12000
2026-05-05 00:15 2.84 1830 27100 (1984) 1560 (1955) 5480 2510 2620 3140 3490 4700 6270 6750 9160 12000
2026-05-04 23:15 2.82 1790 27100 (1984) 1560 (1955) 5480 2510 2620 3140 3490 4700 6270 6750 9160 12000
2026-05-04 22:15 2.81 1760 28400 (1984) 1530 (1955) 5420 2380 2750 3090 3460 4640 6340 6640 8140 9780
2026-05-04 21:15 2.82 1790 28400 (1984) 1530 (1955) 5420 2380 2750 3090 3460 4640 6340 6640 8140 9780
2026-05-04 20:15 2.85 1860 28400 (1984) 1530 (1955) 5420 2380 2750 3090 3460 4640 6340 6640 8140 9780
2026-05-04 19:15 2.87 1900 28400 (1984) 1530 (1955) 5420 2380 2750 3090 3460 4640 6340 6640 8140 9780
2026-05-04 18:15 2.90 1970 28400 (1984) 1530 (1955) 5420 2380 2750 3090 3460 4640 6340 6640 8140 9780
2026-05-04 17:15 2.93 2050 28400 (1984) 1530 (1955) 5420 2380 2750 3090 3460 4640 6340 6640 8140 9780
2026-05-04 16:15 2.94 2070 28400 (1984) 1530 (1955) 5420 2380 2750 3090 3460 4640 6340 6640 8140 9780
2026-05-04 15:15 2.96 2120 28400 (1984) 1530 (1955) 5420 2380 2750 3090 3460 4640 6340 6640 8140 9780
2026-05-04 14:15 2.96 2120 28400 (1984) 1530 (1955) 5420 2380 2750 3090 3460 4640 6340 6640 8140 9780
2026-05-04 13:15 2.94 2070 28400 (1984) 1530 (1955) 5420 2380 2750 3090 3460 4640 6340 6640 8140 9780
2026-05-04 12:15 2.93 2050 28400 (1984) 1530 (1955) 5420 2380 2750 3090 3460 4640 6340 6640 8140 9780
2026-05-04 11:15 2.91 2000 28400 (1984) 1530 (1955) 5420 2380 2750 3090 3460 4640 6340 6640 8140 9780
2026-05-04 10:15 2.90 1970 28400 (1984) 1530 (1955) 5420 2380 2750 3090 3460 4640 6340 6640 8140 9780
2026-05-04 09:15 2.90 1970 28400 (1984) 1530 (1955) 5420 2380 2750 3090 3460 4640 6340 6640 8140 9780
2026-05-04 08:15 2.90 1970 28400 (1984) 1530 (1955) 5420 2380 2750 3090 3460 4640 6340 6640 8140 9780
2026-05-04 07:15 2.93 2050 28400 (1984) 1530 (1955) 5420 2380 2750 3090 3460 4640 6340 6640 8140 9780
2026-05-04 06:15 2.95 2100 28400 (1984) 1530 (1955) 5420 2380 2750 3090 3460 4640 6340 6640 8140 9780
2026-05-04 05:15 2.97 2150 28400 (1984) 1530 (1955) 5420 2380 2750 3090 3460 4640 6340 6640 8140 9780
2026-05-04 04:15 2.99 2200 28400 (1984) 1530 (1955) 5420 2380 2750 3090 3460 4640 6340 6640 8140 9780
2026-05-04 03:15 2.99 2200 28400 (1984) 1530 (1955) 5420 2380 2750 3090 3460 4640 6340 6640 8140 9780
2026-05-04 02:15 3.00 2220 28400 (1984) 1530 (1955) 5420 2380 2750 3090 3460 4640 6340 6640 8140 9780
2026-05-04 01:15 2.99 2200 28400 (1984) 1530 (1955) 5420 2380 2750 3090 3460 4640 6340 6640 8140 9780
2026-05-04 00:15 3.00 2220 28400 (1984) 1530 (1955) 5420 2380 2750 3090 3460 4640 6340 6640 8140 9780
2026-05-03 23:15 3.00 2220 28400 (1984) 1530 (1955) 5420 2380 2750 3090 3460 4640 6340 6640 8140 9780

A total of 37 rows are displayed for years 1949 through 2025.