Platte River (Nebraska), North Bend (06796000)

StateNebraskaLatestUnknown (7200 cfs)
RiverPlatte RiverRatingObservedEstimated
Updated2026-11-06 7:15 (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)
Discharge7200 cfs (median: 3770 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)
Height4.42 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), North Bend (06796000)

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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
2026-11-06 07:15 4.42 7200 8930 (1987) 1600 (1992) 4060 2160 2510 2810 2980 3770 4610 4870 6480 7100
2026-11-06 06:15 4.47 7460 8930 (1987) 1600 (1992) 4060 2160 2510 2810 2980 3770 4610 4870 6480 7100
2026-11-06 05:15 4.51 7660 8930 (1987) 1600 (1992) 4060 2160 2510 2810 2980 3770 4610 4870 6480 7100
2026-11-06 04:15 4.49 7560 8930 (1987) 1600 (1992) 4060 2160 2510 2810 2980 3770 4610 4870 6480 7100
2026-11-06 03:15 4.50 7610 8930 (1987) 1600 (1992) 4060 2160 2510 2810 2980 3770 4610 4870 6480 7100
2026-11-06 02:15 4.54 7820 8930 (1987) 1600 (1992) 4060 2160 2510 2810 2980 3770 4610 4870 6480 7100
2026-11-06 01:15 4.54 7820 8930 (1987) 1600 (1992) 4060 2160 2510 2810 2980 3770 4610 4870 6480 7100
2026-11-05 23:15 4.53 7760 8930 (1987) 1600 (1992) 4060 2160 2510 2810 2980 3770 4610 4870 6480 7100
2026-11-05 22:15 4.53 7760 8370 (1987) 1700 (1992) 4150 2240 2530 2910 3010 3890 4800 5400 6210 7270
2026-11-05 21:15 4.51 7660 8370 (1987) 1700 (1992) 4150 2240 2530 2910 3010 3890 4800 5400 6210 7270
2026-11-05 20:15 4.52 7710 8370 (1987) 1700 (1992) 4150 2240 2530 2910 3010 3890 4800 5400 6210 7270
2026-11-05 19:15 4.46 7410 8370 (1987) 1700 (1992) 4150 2240 2530 2910 3010 3890 4800 5400 6210 7270
2026-11-05 18:15 4.45 7350 8370 (1987) 1700 (1992) 4150 2240 2530 2910 3010 3890 4800 5400 6210 7270
2026-11-05 17:15 4.48 7510 8370 (1987) 1700 (1992) 4150 2240 2530 2910 3010 3890 4800 5400 6210 7270
2026-11-05 16:15 4.48 7510 8370 (1987) 1700 (1992) 4150 2240 2530 2910 3010 3890 4800 5400 6210 7270
2026-11-05 15:15 4.46 7410 8370 (1987) 1700 (1992) 4150 2240 2530 2910 3010 3890 4800 5400 6210 7270
2026-11-05 14:15 4.48 7510 8370 (1987) 1700 (1992) 4150 2240 2530 2910 3010 3890 4800 5400 6210 7270
2026-11-05 13:15 4.44 7300 8370 (1987) 1700 (1992) 4150 2240 2530 2910 3010 3890 4800 5400 6210 7270
2026-11-05 12:15 4.50 7610 8370 (1987) 1700 (1992) 4150 2240 2530 2910 3010 3890 4800 5400 6210 7270
2026-11-05 11:15 4.49 7560 8370 (1987) 1700 (1992) 4150 2240 2530 2910 3010 3890 4800 5400 6210 7270
2026-11-05 10:15 4.54 7820 8370 (1987) 1700 (1992) 4150 2240 2530 2910 3010 3890 4800 5400 6210 7270
2026-11-05 09:15 4.57 7970 8370 (1987) 1700 (1992) 4150 2240 2530 2910 3010 3890 4800 5400 6210 7270
2026-11-05 08:15 4.64 8350 8370 (1987) 1700 (1992) 4150 2240 2530 2910 3010 3890 4800 5400 6210 7270
2026-11-05 07:15 4.68 8560 8370 (1987) 1700 (1992) 4150 2240 2530 2910 3010 3890 4800 5400 6210 7270
2026-11-05 06:15 4.73 8840 8370 (1987) 1700 (1992) 4150 2240 2530 2910 3010 3890 4800 5400 6210 7270
2026-11-05 05:15 4.76 9010 8370 (1987) 1700 (1992) 4150 2240 2530 2910 3010 3890 4800 5400 6210 7270
2026-11-05 04:15 4.86 9580 8370 (1987) 1700 (1992) 4150 2240 2530 2910 3010 3890 4800 5400 6210 7270
2026-11-05 03:15 4.91 9870 8370 (1987) 1700 (1992) 4150 2240 2530 2910 3010 3890 4800 5400 6210 7270
2026-11-05 02:15 4.92 9930 8370 (1987) 1700 (1992) 4150 2240 2530 2910 3010 3890 4800 5400 6210 7270
2026-11-05 01:15 4.95 10100 8370 (1987) 1700 (1992) 4150 2240 2530 2910 3010 3890 4800 5400 6210 7270
2026-11-05 00:15 4.93 9990 8370 (1987) 1700 (1992) 4150 2240 2530 2910 3010 3890 4800 5400 6210 7270
2026-11-04 23:15 4.95 10100 8370 (1987) 1700 (1992) 4150 2240 2530 2910 3010 3890 4800 5400 6210 7270

A total of 32 rows are displayed for years 1950 through 2026.