Platte River (Nebraska), Louisville (06805500)

StateNebraskaLatestUnknown (4520 cfs)
RiverPlatte RiverRatingObservedEstimated
Updated2026-08-10 1:15 (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)
Discharge4520 cfs (median: 3410 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)
Height3.39 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), Louisville (06805500)

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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
2026-08-10 01:15 3.39 4520 15300 (1996) 336 (1980) 4360 689 1350 1660 1710 3410 6150 6720 9220 11100
2026-08-10 00:15 3.42 4630 15300 (1996) 336 (1980) 4360 689 1350 1660 1710 3410 6150 6720 9220 11100
2026-08-09 23:15 3.42 4630 15300 (1996) 336 (1980) 4360 689 1350 1660 1710 3410 6150 6720 9220 11100
2026-08-09 22:15 3.42 4630 19200 (1996) 316 (1976) 4640 512 1220 1560 1630 3630 6930 7890 9240 13900
2026-08-09 21:15 3.36 4400 19200 (1996) 316 (1976) 4640 512 1220 1560 1630 3630 6930 7890 9240 13900
2026-08-09 20:15 3.26 4040 19200 (1996) 316 (1976) 4640 512 1220 1560 1630 3630 6930 7890 9240 13900
2026-08-09 19:15 3.10 3500 19200 (1996) 316 (1976) 4640 512 1220 1560 1630 3630 6930 7890 9240 13900
2026-08-09 18:15 2.94 3010 19200 (1996) 316 (1976) 4640 512 1220 1560 1630 3630 6930 7890 9240 13900
2026-08-09 17:15 2.75 2480 19200 (1996) 316 (1976) 4640 512 1220 1560 1630 3630 6930 7890 9240 13900
2026-08-09 16:15 2.67 2280 19200 (1996) 316 (1976) 4640 512 1220 1560 1630 3630 6930 7890 9240 13900
2026-08-09 15:15 2.69 2330 19200 (1996) 316 (1976) 4640 512 1220 1560 1630 3630 6930 7890 9240 13900
2026-08-09 14:15 2.69 2330 19200 (1996) 316 (1976) 4640 512 1220 1560 1630 3630 6930 7890 9240 13900
2026-08-09 13:15 2.72 2400 19200 (1996) 316 (1976) 4640 512 1220 1560 1630 3630 6930 7890 9240 13900
2026-08-09 12:15 2.75 2480 19200 (1996) 316 (1976) 4640 512 1220 1560 1630 3630 6930 7890 9240 13900
2026-08-09 11:15 2.79 2590 19200 (1996) 316 (1976) 4640 512 1220 1560 1630 3630 6930 7890 9240 13900
2026-08-09 10:15 2.82 2670 19200 (1996) 316 (1976) 4640 512 1220 1560 1630 3630 6930 7890 9240 13900
2026-08-09 09:15 2.85 2750 19200 (1996) 316 (1976) 4640 512 1220 1560 1630 3630 6930 7890 9240 13900
2026-08-09 08:15 2.90 2890 19200 (1996) 316 (1976) 4640 512 1220 1560 1630 3630 6930 7890 9240 13900
2026-08-09 07:15 2.93 2980 19200 (1996) 316 (1976) 4640 512 1220 1560 1630 3630 6930 7890 9240 13900
2026-08-09 06:15 2.97 3090 19200 (1996) 316 (1976) 4640 512 1220 1560 1630 3630 6930 7890 9240 13900
2026-08-09 05:15 2.99 3150 19200 (1996) 316 (1976) 4640 512 1220 1560 1630 3630 6930 7890 9240 13900
2026-08-09 04:15 3.01 3210 19200 (1996) 316 (1976) 4640 512 1220 1560 1630 3630 6930 7890 9240 13900
2026-08-09 03:15 3.00 3180 19200 (1996) 316 (1976) 4640 512 1220 1560 1630 3630 6930 7890 9240 13900
2026-08-09 02:15 2.98 3120 19200 (1996) 316 (1976) 4640 512 1220 1560 1630 3630 6930 7890 9240 13900
2026-08-09 01:15 2.95 3030 19200 (1996) 316 (1976) 4640 512 1220 1560 1630 3630 6930 7890 9240 13900
2026-08-09 00:15 2.90 2890 19200 (1996) 316 (1976) 4640 512 1220 1560 1630 3630 6930 7890 9240 13900
2026-08-08 23:15 2.83 2690 19200 (1996) 316 (1976) 4640 512 1220 1560 1630 3630 6930 7890 9240 13900

A total of 27 rows are displayed for years 1953 through 2024.