Platte River (Nebraska), Leshara (06796500)

StateNebraskaLatestUnknown (3300 cfs)
RiverPlatte RiverRatingObservedEstimated
Updated2026-10-24 1:00 (39 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)
Discharge3300 cfs (median: 4500 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)
Height4.18 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), Leshara (06796500)

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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 01:00 4.18 3300 19400 (2009) 1900 (2004) 4850 1990 2270 2850 2920 4500 5570 5680 7650 12500
2026-10-24 00:00 4.21 3410 19400 (2009) 1900 (2004) 4850 1990 2270 2850 2920 4500 5570 5680 7650 12500
2026-10-23 23:00 4.21 3410 19400 (2009) 1900 (2004) 4850 1990 2270 2850 2920 4500 5570 5680 7650 12500
2026-10-23 22:00 4.22 3440 9270 (2009) 1670 (2004) 4490 1870 2470 2770 2870 4670 5630 5850 6820 8720
2026-10-23 21:00 4.21 3410 9270 (2009) 1670 (2004) 4490 1870 2470 2770 2870 4670 5630 5850 6820 8720
2026-10-23 20:00 4.15 3190 9270 (2009) 1670 (2004) 4490 1870 2470 2770 2870 4670 5630 5850 6820 8720
2026-10-23 19:00 4.14 3160 9270 (2009) 1670 (2004) 4490 1870 2470 2770 2870 4670 5630 5850 6820 8720
2026-10-23 18:00 4.06 2890 9270 (2009) 1670 (2004) 4490 1870 2470 2770 2870 4670 5630 5850 6820 8720
2026-10-23 17:00 4.01 2730 9270 (2009) 1670 (2004) 4490 1870 2470 2770 2870 4670 5630 5850 6820 8720
2026-10-23 16:00 3.96 2570 9270 (2009) 1670 (2004) 4490 1870 2470 2770 2870 4670 5630 5850 6820 8720
2026-10-23 15:00 3.93 2480 9270 (2009) 1670 (2004) 4490 1870 2470 2770 2870 4670 5630 5850 6820 8720
2026-10-23 14:00 3.94 2510 9270 (2009) 1670 (2004) 4490 1870 2470 2770 2870 4670 5630 5850 6820 8720
2026-10-23 13:00 3.90 2390 9270 (2009) 1670 (2004) 4490 1870 2470 2770 2870 4670 5630 5850 6820 8720
2026-10-23 12:00 3.90 2390 9270 (2009) 1670 (2004) 4490 1870 2470 2770 2870 4670 5630 5850 6820 8720
2026-10-23 11:00 3.91 2420 9270 (2009) 1670 (2004) 4490 1870 2470 2770 2870 4670 5630 5850 6820 8720
2026-10-23 10:00 3.94 2510 9270 (2009) 1670 (2004) 4490 1870 2470 2770 2870 4670 5630 5850 6820 8720
2026-10-23 09:00 3.92 2450 9270 (2009) 1670 (2004) 4490 1870 2470 2770 2870 4670 5630 5850 6820 8720
2026-10-23 08:00 3.99 2670 9270 (2009) 1670 (2004) 4490 1870 2470 2770 2870 4670 5630 5850 6820 8720
2026-10-23 07:00 4.01 2730 9270 (2009) 1670 (2004) 4490 1870 2470 2770 2870 4670 5630 5850 6820 8720
2026-10-23 06:00 4.06 2890 9270 (2009) 1670 (2004) 4490 1870 2470 2770 2870 4670 5630 5850 6820 8720
2026-10-23 05:00 4.09 2990 9270 (2009) 1670 (2004) 4490 1870 2470 2770 2870 4670 5630 5850 6820 8720
2026-10-23 04:00 4.15 3190 9270 (2009) 1670 (2004) 4490 1870 2470 2770 2870 4670 5630 5850 6820 8720
2026-10-23 03:00 4.18 3300 9270 (2009) 1670 (2004) 4490 1870 2470 2770 2870 4670 5630 5850 6820 8720
2026-10-23 02:00 4.18 3300 9270 (2009) 1670 (2004) 4490 1870 2470 2770 2870 4670 5630 5850 6820 8720
2026-10-23 01:00 4.25 3550 9270 (2009) 1670 (2004) 4490 1870 2470 2770 2870 4670 5630 5850 6820 8720
2026-10-23 00:00 4.27 3630 9270 (2009) 1670 (2004) 4490 1870 2470 2770 2870 4670 5630 5850 6820 8720
2026-10-22 23:00 4.29 3700 9270 (2009) 1670 (2004) 4490 1870 2470 2770 2870 4670 5630 5850 6820 8720

A total of 27 rows are displayed for years 1995 through 2025.