Niobrara River (Nebraska), Verdel (06465500)

StateNebraskaLatestHigh (2920 cfs)
RiverNiobrara RiverRatingObservedEstimated
Updated2026-04-17 9:15 (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)3836
Discharge2920 cfs (median: 2220 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)2103
Height3.9 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)1825
TrendRising (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)1325
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)741

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Trips for Niobrara River (Nebraska), Verdel (06465500)

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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
2026-04-17 09:15 3.90 2920 6110 (2024) 804 (2007) 2500 1330 1440 1700 1800 2220 2810 3090 4200 5490
2026-04-17 08:15 3.85 2630 6110 (2024) 804 (2007) 2500 1330 1440 1700 1800 2220 2810 3090 4200 5490
2026-04-17 07:15 3.86 2690 6110 (2024) 804 (2007) 2500 1330 1440 1700 1800 2220 2810 3090 4200 5490
2026-04-17 06:15 3.87 2750 6110 (2024) 804 (2007) 2500 1330 1440 1700 1800 2220 2810 3090 4200 5490
2026-04-17 05:15 3.90 2920 6110 (2024) 804 (2007) 2500 1330 1440 1700 1800 2220 2810 3090 4200 5490
2026-04-17 04:15 3.92 3050 6110 (2024) 804 (2007) 2500 1330 1440 1700 1800 2220 2810 3090 4200 5490
2026-04-17 03:15 3.91 2980 6110 (2024) 804 (2007) 2500 1330 1440 1700 1800 2220 2810 3090 4200 5490
2026-04-17 02:15 3.92 3050 6110 (2024) 804 (2007) 2500 1330 1440 1700 1800 2220 2810 3090 4200 5490
2026-04-17 01:15 3.94 3170 6110 (2024) 804 (2007) 2500 1330 1440 1700 1800 2220 2810 3090 4200 5490
2026-04-17 00:15 3.97 3370 6110 (2024) 804 (2007) 2500 1330 1440 1700 1800 2220 2810 3090 4200 5490
2026-04-16 23:15 3.98 3440 6110 (2024) 804 (2007) 2500 1330 1440 1700 1800 2220 2810 3090 4200 5490
2026-04-16 22:15 3.99 3510 5940 (1995) 1030 (2007) 2530 1450 1540 1690 1810 2310 2890 3160 4330 5130
2026-04-16 21:15 4.02 3730 5940 (1995) 1030 (2007) 2530 1450 1540 1690 1810 2310 2890 3160 4330 5130
2026-04-16 20:15 4.03 3800 5940 (1995) 1030 (2007) 2530 1450 1540 1690 1810 2310 2890 3160 4330 5130
2026-04-16 19:15 4.02 3730 5940 (1995) 1030 (2007) 2530 1450 1540 1690 1810 2310 2890 3160 4330 5130
2026-04-16 18:15 4.02 3730 5940 (1995) 1030 (2007) 2530 1450 1540 1690 1810 2310 2890 3160 4330 5130
2026-04-16 17:15 4.01 3650 5940 (1995) 1030 (2007) 2530 1450 1540 1690 1810 2310 2890 3160 4330 5130
2026-04-16 16:15 4.00 3580 5940 (1995) 1030 (2007) 2530 1450 1540 1690 1810 2310 2890 3160 4330 5130
2026-04-16 15:15 3.92 3050 5940 (1995) 1030 (2007) 2530 1450 1540 1690 1810 2310 2890 3160 4330 5130
2026-04-16 14:15 3.87 2750 5940 (1995) 1030 (2007) 2530 1450 1540 1690 1810 2310 2890 3160 4330 5130
2026-04-16 13:15 3.85 2630 5940 (1995) 1030 (2007) 2530 1450 1540 1690 1810 2310 2890 3160 4330 5130
2026-04-16 12:15 3.79 2320 5940 (1995) 1030 (2007) 2530 1450 1540 1690 1810 2310 2890 3160 4330 5130
2026-04-16 11:15 3.77 2220 5940 (1995) 1030 (2007) 2530 1450 1540 1690 1810 2310 2890 3160 4330 5130
2026-04-16 10:15 3.78 2270 5940 (1995) 1030 (2007) 2530 1450 1540 1690 1810 2310 2890 3160 4330 5130
2026-04-16 09:15 3.77 2220 5940 (1995) 1030 (2007) 2530 1450 1540 1690 1810 2310 2890 3160 4330 5130
2026-04-16 08:15 3.69 1870 5940 (1995) 1030 (2007) 2530 1450 1540 1690 1810 2310 2890 3160 4330 5130
2026-04-16 07:15 3.70 1910 5940 (1995) 1030 (2007) 2530 1450 1540 1690 1810 2310 2890 3160 4330 5130
2026-04-16 06:15 3.71 1950 5940 (1995) 1030 (2007) 2530 1450 1540 1690 1810 2310 2890 3160 4330 5130
2026-04-16 05:15 3.70 1910 5940 (1995) 1030 (2007) 2530 1450 1540 1690 1810 2310 2890 3160 4330 5130
2026-04-16 04:15 3.73 2040 5940 (1995) 1030 (2007) 2530 1450 1540 1690 1810 2310 2890 3160 4330 5130
2026-04-16 03:15 3.76 2170 5940 (1995) 1030 (2007) 2530 1450 1540 1690 1810 2310 2890 3160 4330 5130
2026-04-16 02:15 3.78 2270 5940 (1995) 1030 (2007) 2530 1450 1540 1690 1810 2310 2890 3160 4330 5130
2026-04-16 01:15 3.80 2370 5940 (1995) 1030 (2007) 2530 1450 1540 1690 1810 2310 2890 3160 4330 5130
2026-04-16 00:15 3.80 2370 5940 (1995) 1030 (2007) 2530 1450 1540 1690 1810 2310 2890 3160 4330 5130
2026-04-15 23:15 3.82 2470 5940 (1995) 1030 (2007) 2530 1450 1540 1690 1810 2310 2890 3160 4330 5130

A total of 35 rows are displayed for years 1939 through 2025.