Platte River (Nebraska), North Bend (06796000)

StateNebraskaLatestUnknown (2350 cfs)
RiverPlatte RiverRatingObservedEstimated
Updated2026-09-19 4:15 (58 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)
Discharge2350 cfs (median: 2690 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)
Height3.05 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), North Bend (06796000)

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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
2026-09-19 04:15 3.05 2350 11800 (1986) 811 (1955) 3270 1020 1410 1790 1930 2690 3880 4720 6110 7670
2026-09-19 03:15 2.96 2120 11800 (1986) 811 (1955) 3270 1020 1410 1790 1930 2690 3880 4720 6110 7670
2026-09-19 02:15 2.85 1860 11800 (1986) 811 (1955) 3270 1020 1410 1790 1930 2690 3880 4720 6110 7670
2026-09-19 01:15 2.75 1630 11800 (1986) 811 (1955) 3270 1020 1410 1790 1930 2690 3880 4720 6110 7670
2026-09-19 00:15 2.67 1460 11800 (1986) 811 (1955) 3270 1020 1410 1790 1930 2690 3880 4720 6110 7670
2026-09-18 23:15 2.65 1420 11800 (1986) 811 (1955) 3270 1020 1410 1790 1930 2690 3880 4720 6110 7670
2026-09-18 22:15 2.69 1500 10500 (1986) 602 (1955) 3250 1150 1270 1600 1810 2650 4040 4980 6020 8160
2026-09-18 21:15 2.74 1610 10500 (1986) 602 (1955) 3250 1150 1270 1600 1810 2650 4040 4980 6020 8160
2026-09-18 20:15 2.81 1760 10500 (1986) 602 (1955) 3250 1150 1270 1600 1810 2650 4040 4980 6020 8160
2026-09-18 19:15 2.90 1970 10500 (1986) 602 (1955) 3250 1150 1270 1600 1810 2650 4040 4980 6020 8160
2026-09-18 18:15 2.98 2170 10500 (1986) 602 (1955) 3250 1150 1270 1600 1810 2650 4040 4980 6020 8160
2026-09-18 17:15 3.08 2430 10500 (1986) 602 (1955) 3250 1150 1270 1600 1810 2650 4040 4980 6020 8160
2026-09-18 16:15 3.20 2770 10500 (1986) 602 (1955) 3250 1150 1270 1600 1810 2650 4040 4980 6020 8160
2026-09-18 15:15 3.34 3200 10500 (1986) 602 (1955) 3250 1150 1270 1600 1810 2650 4040 4980 6020 8160
2026-09-18 14:15 3.46 3590 10500 (1986) 602 (1955) 3250 1150 1270 1600 1810 2650 4040 4980 6020 8160
2026-09-18 13:15 3.70 4450 10500 (1986) 602 (1955) 3250 1150 1270 1600 1810 2650 4040 4980 6020 8160
2026-09-18 12:15 3.80 4840 10500 (1986) 602 (1955) 3250 1150 1270 1600 1810 2650 4040 4980 6020 8160
2026-09-18 11:15 3.83 4960 10500 (1986) 602 (1955) 3250 1150 1270 1600 1810 2650 4040 4980 6020 8160
2026-09-18 10:15 3.86 5080 10500 (1986) 602 (1955) 3250 1150 1270 1600 1810 2650 4040 4980 6020 8160
2026-09-18 09:15 3.88 5160 10500 (1986) 602 (1955) 3250 1150 1270 1600 1810 2650 4040 4980 6020 8160
2026-09-18 08:15 3.85 5040 10500 (1986) 602 (1955) 3250 1150 1270 1600 1810 2650 4040 4980 6020 8160
2026-09-18 07:15 3.84 5000 10500 (1986) 602 (1955) 3250 1150 1270 1600 1810 2650 4040 4980 6020 8160
2026-09-18 06:15 3.75 4640 10500 (1986) 602 (1955) 3250 1150 1270 1600 1810 2650 4040 4980 6020 8160
2026-09-18 05:15 3.66 4300 10500 (1986) 602 (1955) 3250 1150 1270 1600 1810 2650 4040 4980 6020 8160
2026-09-18 04:15 3.47 3620 10500 (1986) 602 (1955) 3250 1150 1270 1600 1810 2650 4040 4980 6020 8160
2026-09-18 03:15 3.30 3070 10500 (1986) 602 (1955) 3250 1150 1270 1600 1810 2650 4040 4980 6020 8160
2026-09-18 02:15 3.09 2460 10500 (1986) 602 (1955) 3250 1150 1270 1600 1810 2650 4040 4980 6020 8160
2026-09-18 01:15 2.87 1900 10500 (1986) 602 (1955) 3250 1150 1270 1600 1810 2650 4040 4980 6020 8160
2026-09-18 00:15 2.75 1630 10500 (1986) 602 (1955) 3250 1150 1270 1600 1810 2650 4040 4980 6020 8160
2026-09-17 23:15 2.72 1570 10500 (1986) 602 (1955) 3250 1150 1270 1600 1810 2650 4040 4980 6020 8160

A total of 30 rows are displayed for years 1949 through 2025.