Platte River (Nebraska), North Bend (06796000)

StateNebraskaLatestUnknown (5000 cfs)
RiverPlatte RiverRatingObservedEstimated
Updated2026-11-03 12:15 (57 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)
Discharge5000 cfs (median: 3750 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)
Height3.93 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
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2026-11-03 12:15 3.93 5000 8040 (1985) 1590 (2013) 4030 2120 2340 2830 2930 3750 4680 5000 6270 7140
2026-11-03 11:15 3.96 5120 8040 (1985) 1590 (2013) 4030 2120 2340 2830 2930 3750 4680 5000 6270 7140
2026-11-03 10:15 3.95 5080 8040 (1985) 1590 (2013) 4030 2120 2340 2830 2930 3750 4680 5000 6270 7140
2026-11-03 09:15 3.94 5040 8040 (1985) 1590 (2013) 4030 2120 2340 2830 2930 3750 4680 5000 6270 7140
2026-11-03 08:15 3.93 5000 8040 (1985) 1590 (2013) 4030 2120 2340 2830 2930 3750 4680 5000 6270 7140
2026-11-03 07:15 3.92 4960 8040 (1985) 1590 (2013) 4030 2120 2340 2830 2930 3750 4680 5000 6270 7140
2026-11-03 06:15 3.92 4960 8040 (1985) 1590 (2013) 4030 2120 2340 2830 2930 3750 4680 5000 6270 7140
2026-11-03 05:15 3.90 4880 8040 (1985) 1590 (2013) 4030 2120 2340 2830 2930 3750 4680 5000 6270 7140
2026-11-03 04:15 3.89 4840 8040 (1985) 1590 (2013) 4030 2120 2340 2830 2930 3750 4680 5000 6270 7140
2026-11-03 03:15 3.88 4800 8040 (1985) 1590 (2013) 4030 2120 2340 2830 2930 3750 4680 5000 6270 7140
2026-11-03 02:15 3.87 4760 8040 (1985) 1590 (2013) 4030 2120 2340 2830 2930 3750 4680 5000 6270 7140
2026-11-03 01:15 3.81 4520 8040 (1985) 1590 (2013) 4030 2120 2340 2830 2930 3750 4680 5000 6270 7140
2026-11-03 00:15 3.75 4300 8040 (1985) 1590 (2013) 4030 2120 2340 2830 2930 3750 4680 5000 6270 7140
2026-11-02 23:15 3.72 4190 8040 (1985) 1590 (2013) 4030 2120 2340 2830 2930 3750 4680 5000 6270 7140
2026-11-02 22:15 3.64 3900 8460 (1998) 1150 (2013) 4070 1980 2300 2800 3050 3750 5060 5280 6420 7100
2026-11-02 21:15 3.58 3690 8460 (1998) 1150 (2013) 4070 1980 2300 2800 3050 3750 5060 5280 6420 7100
2026-11-02 20:15 3.50 3420 8460 (1998) 1150 (2013) 4070 1980 2300 2800 3050 3750 5060 5280 6420 7100
2026-11-02 19:15 3.43 3200 8460 (1998) 1150 (2013) 4070 1980 2300 2800 3050 3750 5060 5280 6420 7100
2026-11-02 18:15 3.38 3040 8460 (1998) 1150 (2013) 4070 1980 2300 2800 3050 3750 5060 5280 6420 7100
2026-11-02 17:15 3.35 2950 8460 (1998) 1150 (2013) 4070 1980 2300 2800 3050 3750 5060 5280 6420 7100
2026-11-02 16:15 3.35 2950 8460 (1998) 1150 (2013) 4070 1980 2300 2800 3050 3750 5060 5280 6420 7100
2026-11-02 15:15 3.36 2980 8460 (1998) 1150 (2013) 4070 1980 2300 2800 3050 3750 5060 5280 6420 7100
2026-11-02 14:15 3.38 3040 8460 (1998) 1150 (2013) 4070 1980 2300 2800 3050 3750 5060 5280 6420 7100
2026-11-02 13:15 3.38 3040 8460 (1998) 1150 (2013) 4070 1980 2300 2800 3050 3750 5060 5280 6420 7100
2026-11-02 12:15 3.42 3160 8460 (1998) 1150 (2013) 4070 1980 2300 2800 3050 3750 5060 5280 6420 7100
2026-11-02 11:15 3.45 3260 8460 (1998) 1150 (2013) 4070 1980 2300 2800 3050 3750 5060 5280 6420 7100
2026-11-02 10:15 3.50 3420 8460 (1998) 1150 (2013) 4070 1980 2300 2800 3050 3750 5060 5280 6420 7100
2026-11-02 09:15 3.56 3620 8460 (1998) 1150 (2013) 4070 1980 2300 2800 3050 3750 5060 5280 6420 7100
2026-11-02 08:15 3.59 3720 8460 (1998) 1150 (2013) 4070 1980 2300 2800 3050 3750 5060 5280 6420 7100
2026-11-02 07:15 3.65 3930 8460 (1998) 1150 (2013) 4070 1980 2300 2800 3050 3750 5060 5280 6420 7100
2026-11-02 06:15 3.71 4150 8460 (1998) 1150 (2013) 4070 1980 2300 2800 3050 3750 5060 5280 6420 7100
2026-11-02 05:15 3.77 4370 8460 (1998) 1150 (2013) 4070 1980 2300 2800 3050 3750 5060 5280 6420 7100
2026-11-02 04:15 3.81 4520 8460 (1998) 1150 (2013) 4070 1980 2300 2800 3050 3750 5060 5280 6420 7100
2026-11-02 03:15 3.84 4640 8460 (1998) 1150 (2013) 4070 1980 2300 2800 3050 3750 5060 5280 6420 7100
2026-11-02 02:15 3.85 4680 8460 (1998) 1150 (2013) 4070 1980 2300 2800 3050 3750 5060 5280 6420 7100
2026-11-02 01:15 3.83 4600 8460 (1998) 1150 (2013) 4070 1980 2300 2800 3050 3750 5060 5280 6420 7100
2026-11-02 00:15 3.79 4450 8460 (1998) 1150 (2013) 4070 1980 2300 2800 3050 3750 5060 5280 6420 7100
2026-11-01 23:15 3.77 4370 8460 (1998) 1150 (2013) 4070 1980 2300 2800 3050 3750 5060 5280 6420 7100

A total of 38 rows are displayed for years 1950 through 2026.