Platte River (Nebraska), Leshara (06796500)

StateNebraskaLatestUnknown (2190 cfs)
RiverPlatte RiverRatingObservedEstimated
Updated2026-05-29 9:00 (59 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)
Discharge2190 cfs (median: 6300 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)
Height3.89 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), Leshara (06796500)

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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
2026-05-29 09:00 3.89 2190 37200 (2019) 1150 (2006) 9170 1820 2540 3440 3630 6300 14400 15800 22800 30100
2026-05-29 08:00 3.89 2190 37200 (2019) 1150 (2006) 9170 1820 2540 3440 3630 6300 14400 15800 22800 30100
2026-05-29 07:00 3.90 2220 37200 (2019) 1150 (2006) 9170 1820 2540 3440 3630 6300 14400 15800 22800 30100
2026-05-29 06:00 3.90 2220 37200 (2019) 1150 (2006) 9170 1820 2540 3440 3630 6300 14400 15800 22800 30100
2026-05-29 05:00 3.89 2190 37200 (2019) 1150 (2006) 9170 1820 2540 3440 3630 6300 14400 15800 22800 30100
2026-05-29 04:00 3.89 2190 37200 (2019) 1150 (2006) 9170 1820 2540 3440 3630 6300 14400 15800 22800 30100
2026-05-29 03:00 3.90 2220 37200 (2019) 1150 (2006) 9170 1820 2540 3440 3630 6300 14400 15800 22800 30100
2026-05-29 02:00 3.89 2190 37200 (2019) 1150 (2006) 9170 1820 2540 3440 3630 6300 14400 15800 22800 30100
2026-05-29 01:00 3.87 2140 37200 (2019) 1150 (2006) 9170 1820 2540 3440 3630 6300 14400 15800 22800 30100
2026-05-29 00:00 3.88 2170 37200 (2019) 1150 (2006) 9170 1820 2540 3440 3630 6300 14400 15800 22800 30100
2026-05-28 23:00 3.87 2140 37200 (2019) 1150 (2006) 9170 1820 2540 3440 3630 6300 14400 15800 22800 30100
2026-05-28 22:00 3.86 2110 25300 (2019) 1220 (2006) 8780 2050 2770 3580 3940 6400 15000 17300 19200 22500
2026-05-28 21:00 3.85 2080 25300 (2019) 1220 (2006) 8780 2050 2770 3580 3940 6400 15000 17300 19200 22500
2026-05-28 20:00 3.84 2060 25300 (2019) 1220 (2006) 8780 2050 2770 3580 3940 6400 15000 17300 19200 22500
2026-05-28 19:00 3.83 2030 25300 (2019) 1220 (2006) 8780 2050 2770 3580 3940 6400 15000 17300 19200 22500
2026-05-28 18:00 3.82 2000 25300 (2019) 1220 (2006) 8780 2050 2770 3580 3940 6400 15000 17300 19200 22500
2026-05-28 17:00 3.81 1980 25300 (2019) 1220 (2006) 8780 2050 2770 3580 3940 6400 15000 17300 19200 22500
2026-05-28 16:00 3.80 1950 25300 (2019) 1220 (2006) 8780 2050 2770 3580 3940 6400 15000 17300 19200 22500
2026-05-28 15:00 3.80 1950 25300 (2019) 1220 (2006) 8780 2050 2770 3580 3940 6400 15000 17300 19200 22500
2026-05-28 14:00 3.80 1950 25300 (2019) 1220 (2006) 8780 2050 2770 3580 3940 6400 15000 17300 19200 22500
2026-05-28 13:00 3.81 1980 25300 (2019) 1220 (2006) 8780 2050 2770 3580 3940 6400 15000 17300 19200 22500
2026-05-28 12:00 3.81 1980 25300 (2019) 1220 (2006) 8780 2050 2770 3580 3940 6400 15000 17300 19200 22500
2026-05-28 11:00 3.82 2000 25300 (2019) 1220 (2006) 8780 2050 2770 3580 3940 6400 15000 17300 19200 22500
2026-05-28 10:00 3.83 2030 25300 (2019) 1220 (2006) 8780 2050 2770 3580 3940 6400 15000 17300 19200 22500
2026-05-28 09:00 3.83 2030 25300 (2019) 1220 (2006) 8780 2050 2770 3580 3940 6400 15000 17300 19200 22500
2026-05-28 08:00 3.84 2060 25300 (2019) 1220 (2006) 8780 2050 2770 3580 3940 6400 15000 17300 19200 22500
2026-05-28 07:00 3.85 2080 25300 (2019) 1220 (2006) 8780 2050 2770 3580 3940 6400 15000 17300 19200 22500
2026-05-28 06:00 3.85 2080 25300 (2019) 1220 (2006) 8780 2050 2770 3580 3940 6400 15000 17300 19200 22500
2026-05-28 05:00 3.86 2110 25300 (2019) 1220 (2006) 8780 2050 2770 3580 3940 6400 15000 17300 19200 22500
2026-05-28 04:00 3.86 2110 25300 (2019) 1220 (2006) 8780 2050 2770 3580 3940 6400 15000 17300 19200 22500
2026-05-28 03:00 3.86 2110 25300 (2019) 1220 (2006) 8780 2050 2770 3580 3940 6400 15000 17300 19200 22500
2026-05-28 02:00 3.86 2110 25300 (2019) 1220 (2006) 8780 2050 2770 3580 3940 6400 15000 17300 19200 22500
2026-05-28 01:00 3.85 2080 25300 (2019) 1220 (2006) 8780 2050 2770 3580 3940 6400 15000 17300 19200 22500
2026-05-28 00:00 3.84 2060 25300 (2019) 1220 (2006) 8780 2050 2770 3580 3940 6400 15000 17300 19200 22500
2026-05-27 23:00 3.85 2080 25300 (2019) 1220 (2006) 8780 2050 2770 3580 3940 6400 15000 17300 19200 22500

A total of 35 rows are displayed for years 1995 through 2024.