Platte River (Nebraska), Duncan (06774000)

StateNebraskaLatestUnknown (2100 cfs)
RiverPlatte RiverRatingObservedEstimated
Updated2026-06-06 3:30 (22 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)
Discharge2100 cfs (median: 1610 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)
Height4.34 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)
TrendSteady (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), Duncan (06774000)

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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
2026-06-06 03:30 4.34 2100 16000 (2015) 14 (1956) 2710 118 215 643 745 1610 2920 3250 7170 10700
2026-06-06 02:30 4.34 2100 16000 (2015) 14 (1956) 2710 118 215 643 745 1610 2920 3250 7170 10700
2026-06-06 01:30 4.33 2070 16000 (2015) 14 (1956) 2710 118 215 643 745 1610 2920 3250 7170 10700
2026-06-06 00:30 4.33 2070 16000 (2015) 14 (1956) 2710 118 215 643 745 1610 2920 3250 7170 10700
2026-06-05 23:30 4.32 2050 16000 (2015) 14 (1956) 2710 118 215 643 745 1610 2920 3250 7170 10700
2026-06-05 22:30 4.31 2020 14200 (2015) 23 (2006) 2760 77 225 602 765 1640 3070 4330 7410 9640
2026-06-05 21:30 4.31 2020 14200 (2015) 23 (2006) 2760 77 225 602 765 1640 3070 4330 7410 9640
2026-06-05 20:30 4.30 1990 14200 (2015) 23 (2006) 2760 77 225 602 765 1640 3070 4330 7410 9640
2026-06-05 19:30 4.30 1990 14200 (2015) 23 (2006) 2760 77 225 602 765 1640 3070 4330 7410 9640
2026-06-05 18:30 4.30 1990 14200 (2015) 23 (2006) 2760 77 225 602 765 1640 3070 4330 7410 9640
2026-06-05 17:30 4.30 1990 14200 (2015) 23 (2006) 2760 77 225 602 765 1640 3070 4330 7410 9640
2026-06-05 16:30 4.29 1970 14200 (2015) 23 (2006) 2760 77 225 602 765 1640 3070 4330 7410 9640
2026-06-05 15:30 4.29 1970 14200 (2015) 23 (2006) 2760 77 225 602 765 1640 3070 4330 7410 9640
2026-06-05 14:30 4.29 1970 14200 (2015) 23 (2006) 2760 77 225 602 765 1640 3070 4330 7410 9640
2026-06-05 13:30 4.28 1940 14200 (2015) 23 (2006) 2760 77 225 602 765 1640 3070 4330 7410 9640
2026-06-05 12:30 4.29 1970 14200 (2015) 23 (2006) 2760 77 225 602 765 1640 3070 4330 7410 9640
2026-06-05 11:30 4.28 1940 14200 (2015) 23 (2006) 2760 77 225 602 765 1640 3070 4330 7410 9640
2026-06-05 10:30 4.27 1920 14200 (2015) 23 (2006) 2760 77 225 602 765 1640 3070 4330 7410 9640
2026-06-05 09:30 4.27 1920 14200 (2015) 23 (2006) 2760 77 225 602 765 1640 3070 4330 7410 9640
2026-06-05 08:30 4.26 1890 14200 (2015) 23 (2006) 2760 77 225 602 765 1640 3070 4330 7410 9640
2026-06-05 07:30 4.26 1890 14200 (2015) 23 (2006) 2760 77 225 602 765 1640 3070 4330 7410 9640
2026-06-05 06:30 4.26 1890 14200 (2015) 23 (2006) 2760 77 225 602 765 1640 3070 4330 7410 9640
2026-06-05 05:30 4.26 1890 14200 (2015) 23 (2006) 2760 77 225 602 765 1640 3070 4330 7410 9640
2026-06-05 04:30 4.26 1890 14200 (2015) 23 (2006) 2760 77 225 602 765 1640 3070 4330 7410 9640
2026-06-05 03:30 4.26 1890 14200 (2015) 23 (2006) 2760 77 225 602 765 1640 3070 4330 7410 9640
2026-06-05 02:30 4.26 1890 14200 (2015) 23 (2006) 2760 77 225 602 765 1640 3070 4330 7410 9640
2026-06-05 01:30 4.25 1870 14200 (2015) 23 (2006) 2760 77 225 602 765 1640 3070 4330 7410 9640
2026-06-05 00:30 4.25 1870 14200 (2015) 23 (2006) 2760 77 225 602 765 1640 3070 4330 7410 9640
2026-06-04 23:30 4.25 1870 14200 (2015) 23 (2006) 2760 77 225 602 765 1640 3070 4330 7410 9640

A total of 29 rows are displayed for years 1942 through 2025.