Platte River (Nebraska), Ashland (06801000)

StateNebraskaLatestUnknown (3690 cfs)
RiverPlatte RiverRatingObservedEstimated
Updated2026-10-24 3:00 (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)
Discharge3690 cfs (median: 4120 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)
Height14.33 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)
TrendRising (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), Ashland (06801000)

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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
2026-10-24 03:00 14.33 3690 30600 (2009) 1650 (1940) 4950 1910 2120 2540 2730 4120 6250 6400 8240 11000
2026-10-24 02:00 14.31 3620 30600 (2009) 1650 (1940) 4950 1910 2120 2540 2730 4120 6250 6400 8240 11000
2026-10-24 01:00 14.30 3590 30600 (2009) 1650 (1940) 4950 1910 2120 2540 2730 4120 6250 6400 8240 11000
2026-10-24 00:00 14.28 3530 30600 (2009) 1650 (1940) 4950 1910 2120 2540 2730 4120 6250 6400 8240 11000
2026-10-23 23:00 14.27 3490 30600 (2009) 1650 (1940) 4950 1910 2120 2540 2730 4120 6250 6400 8240 11000
2026-10-23 22:00 14.31 3620 17700 (2009) 1330 (1941) 4750 1830 1890 2650 2750 3950 6500 6640 8220 9370
2026-10-23 21:00 14.33 3690 17700 (2009) 1330 (1941) 4750 1830 1890 2650 2750 3950 6500 6640 8220 9370
2026-10-23 20:00 14.37 3820 17700 (2009) 1330 (1941) 4750 1830 1890 2650 2750 3950 6500 6640 8220 9370
2026-10-23 19:00 14.39 3890 17700 (2009) 1330 (1941) 4750 1830 1890 2650 2750 3950 6500 6640 8220 9370
2026-10-23 18:00 14.42 4000 17700 (2009) 1330 (1941) 4750 1830 1890 2650 2750 3950 6500 6640 8220 9370
2026-10-23 17:00 14.44 4070 17700 (2009) 1330 (1941) 4750 1830 1890 2650 2750 3950 6500 6640 8220 9370
2026-10-23 16:00 14.47 4170 17700 (2009) 1330 (1941) 4750 1830 1890 2650 2750 3950 6500 6640 8220 9370
2026-10-23 15:00 14.49 4240 17700 (2009) 1330 (1941) 4750 1830 1890 2650 2750 3950 6500 6640 8220 9370
2026-10-23 14:00 14.58 4570 17700 (2009) 1330 (1941) 4750 1830 1890 2650 2750 3950 6500 6640 8220 9370
2026-10-23 13:00 14.60 4650 17700 (2009) 1330 (1941) 4750 1830 1890 2650 2750 3950 6500 6640 8220 9370
2026-10-23 12:00 14.66 4880 17700 (2009) 1330 (1941) 4750 1830 1890 2650 2750 3950 6500 6640 8220 9370
2026-10-23 11:00 14.69 4990 17700 (2009) 1330 (1941) 4750 1830 1890 2650 2750 3950 6500 6640 8220 9370
2026-10-23 10:00 14.75 5230 17700 (2009) 1330 (1941) 4750 1830 1890 2650 2750 3950 6500 6640 8220 9370
2026-10-23 09:00 14.74 5190 17700 (2009) 1330 (1941) 4750 1830 1890 2650 2750 3950 6500 6640 8220 9370
2026-10-23 08:00 14.77 5310 17700 (2009) 1330 (1941) 4750 1830 1890 2650 2750 3950 6500 6640 8220 9370
2026-10-23 07:00 14.75 5230 17700 (2009) 1330 (1941) 4750 1830 1890 2650 2750 3950 6500 6640 8220 9370
2026-10-23 06:00 14.74 5190 17700 (2009) 1330 (1941) 4750 1830 1890 2650 2750 3950 6500 6640 8220 9370
2026-10-23 05:00 14.71 5070 17700 (2009) 1330 (1941) 4750 1830 1890 2650 2750 3950 6500 6640 8220 9370
2026-10-23 04:00 14.63 4760 17700 (2009) 1330 (1941) 4750 1830 1890 2650 2750 3950 6500 6640 8220 9370
2026-10-23 03:00 14.59 4610 17700 (2009) 1330 (1941) 4750 1830 1890 2650 2750 3950 6500 6640 8220 9370
2026-10-23 02:00 14.53 4390 17700 (2009) 1330 (1941) 4750 1830 1890 2650 2750 3950 6500 6640 8220 9370
2026-10-23 01:00 14.46 4140 17700 (2009) 1330 (1941) 4750 1830 1890 2650 2750 3950 6500 6640 8220 9370
2026-10-23 00:00 14.42 4000 17700 (2009) 1330 (1941) 4750 1830 1890 2650 2750 3950 6500 6640 8220 9370
2026-10-22 23:00 14.40 3930 17700 (2009) 1330 (1941) 4750 1830 1890 2650 2750 3950 6500 6640 8220 9370

A total of 29 rows are displayed for years 1929 through 2025.