Platte River (Nebraska), Kearney (06770200)

StateNebraskaLatestUnknown (1460 cfs)
RiverPlatte RiverRatingObservedEstimated
Updated2026-05-29 15:15 (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)
Discharge1460 cfs (median: 2150 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)
Height3.53 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 (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), Kearney (06770200)

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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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2026-05-29 15:15 3.53 1460 10700 (2015) 166 (2009) 3360 273 617 922 2150 5530 6870 8720
2026-05-29 14:15 3.54 1480 10700 (2015) 166 (2009) 3360 273 617 922 2150 5530 6870 8720
2026-05-29 13:15 3.54 1480 10700 (2015) 166 (2009) 3360 273 617 922 2150 5530 6870 8720
2026-05-29 12:15 3.55 1500 10700 (2015) 166 (2009) 3360 273 617 922 2150 5530 6870 8720
2026-05-29 11:15 3.54 1480 10700 (2015) 166 (2009) 3360 273 617 922 2150 5530 6870 8720
2026-05-29 10:15 3.56 1530 10700 (2015) 166 (2009) 3360 273 617 922 2150 5530 6870 8720
2026-05-29 09:15 3.57 1550 10700 (2015) 166 (2009) 3360 273 617 922 2150 5530 6870 8720
2026-05-29 08:15 3.57 1550 10700 (2015) 166 (2009) 3360 273 617 922 2150 5530 6870 8720
2026-05-29 07:15 3.56 1530 10700 (2015) 166 (2009) 3360 273 617 922 2150 5530 6870 8720
2026-05-29 06:15 3.59 1650 10700 (2015) 166 (2009) 3360 273 617 922 2150 5530 6870 8720
2026-05-29 05:15 3.57 1620 10700 (2015) 166 (2009) 3360 273 617 922 2150 5530 6870 8720
2026-05-29 04:15 3.55 1590 10700 (2015) 166 (2009) 3360 273 617 922 2150 5530 6870 8720
2026-05-29 03:15 3.55 1590 10700 (2015) 166 (2009) 3360 273 617 922 2150 5530 6870 8720
2026-05-29 02:15 3.52 1540 10700 (2015) 166 (2009) 3360 273 617 922 2150 5530 6870 8720
2026-05-29 01:15 3.45 1440 10700 (2015) 166 (2009) 3360 273 617 922 2150 5530 6870 8720
2026-05-29 00:15 3.40 1370 10700 (2015) 166 (2009) 3360 273 617 922 2150 5530 6870 8720
2026-05-28 23:15 3.30 1210 10700 (2015) 166 (2009) 3360 273 617 922 2150 5530 6870 8720
2026-05-28 22:15 3.24 1120 10100 (2015) 75 (2014) 3180 157 349 521 1970 5470 6990 8410
2026-05-28 21:15 3.19 1030 10100 (2015) 75 (2014) 3180 157 349 521 1970 5470 6990 8410
2026-05-28 20:15 3.22 1080 10100 (2015) 75 (2014) 3180 157 349 521 1970 5470 6990 8410
2026-05-28 19:15 3.29 1200 10100 (2015) 75 (2014) 3180 157 349 521 1970 5470 6990 8410
2026-05-28 18:15 3.38 1340 10100 (2015) 75 (2014) 3180 157 349 521 1970 5470 6990 8410
2026-05-28 17:15 3.44 1420 10100 (2015) 75 (2014) 3180 157 349 521 1970 5470 6990 8410
2026-05-28 16:15 3.51 1530 10100 (2015) 75 (2014) 3180 157 349 521 1970 5470 6990 8410
2026-05-28 15:15 3.54 1570 10100 (2015) 75 (2014) 3180 157 349 521 1970 5470 6990 8410
2026-05-28 14:15 3.57 1620 10100 (2015) 75 (2014) 3180 157 349 521 1970 5470 6990 8410
2026-05-28 13:15 3.56 1600 10100 (2015) 75 (2014) 3180 157 349 521 1970 5470 6990 8410
2026-05-28 12:15 3.55 1590 10100 (2015) 75 (2014) 3180 157 349 521 1970 5470 6990 8410
2026-05-28 11:15 3.57 1620 10100 (2015) 75 (2014) 3180 157 349 521 1970 5470 6990 8410
2026-05-28 10:15 3.56 1600 10100 (2015) 75 (2014) 3180 157 349 521 1970 5470 6990 8410
2026-05-28 09:15 3.55 1590 10100 (2015) 75 (2014) 3180 157 349 521 1970 5470 6990 8410
2026-05-28 08:15 3.57 1620 10100 (2015) 75 (2014) 3180 157 349 521 1970 5470 6990 8410
2026-05-28 07:15 3.56 1600 10100 (2015) 75 (2014) 3180 157 349 521 1970 5470 6990 8410
2026-05-28 06:15 3.56 1600 10100 (2015) 75 (2014) 3180 157 349 521 1970 5470 6990 8410
2026-05-28 05:15 3.50 1510 10100 (2015) 75 (2014) 3180 157 349 521 1970 5470 6990 8410
2026-05-28 04:15 3.52 1540 10100 (2015) 75 (2014) 3180 157 349 521 1970 5470 6990 8410
2026-05-28 03:15 3.50 1510 10100 (2015) 75 (2014) 3180 157 349 521 1970 5470 6990 8410
2026-05-28 02:15 3.46 1450 10100 (2015) 75 (2014) 3180 157 349 521 1970 5470 6990 8410
2026-05-28 01:15 3.39 1350 10100 (2015) 75 (2014) 3180 157 349 521 1970 5470 6990 8410
2026-05-28 00:15 3.31 1230 10100 (2015) 75 (2014) 3180 157 349 521 1970 5470 6990 8410
2026-05-27 23:15 3.20 1050 10100 (2015) 75 (2014) 3180 157 349 521 1970 5470 6990 8410

A total of 41 rows are displayed for years 2008 through 2025.