Platte River (Nebraska), Ashland (06801000)

StateNebraskaLatestUnknown (2330 cfs)
RiverPlatte RiverRatingObservedEstimated
Updated2026-04-19 9:00 (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)
Discharge2330 cfs (median: 6430 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)
Height13.95 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)
TrendSteady (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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Gauge Data Table

ObservationHeightDischargeMaximum
Discharge
Minimum
Discharge
Mean
Discharge
P05P10P20P25P50
(Median)
P75P80P90P95
2026-04-19 09:00 13.95 2330 17600 (1999) 2080 (1940) 7380 2940 3360 4090 4670 6430 9350 10700 13700 15000
2026-04-19 08:00 13.95 2330 17600 (1999) 2080 (1940) 7380 2940 3360 4090 4670 6430 9350 10700 13700 15000
2026-04-19 07:00 13.96 2360 17600 (1999) 2080 (1940) 7380 2940 3360 4090 4670 6430 9350 10700 13700 15000
2026-04-19 06:00 13.96 2360 17600 (1999) 2080 (1940) 7380 2940 3360 4090 4670 6430 9350 10700 13700 15000
2026-04-19 05:00 13.96 2360 17600 (1999) 2080 (1940) 7380 2940 3360 4090 4670 6430 9350 10700 13700 15000
2026-04-19 04:00 13.98 2420 17600 (1999) 2080 (1940) 7380 2940 3360 4090 4670 6430 9350 10700 13700 15000
2026-04-19 03:00 13.98 2420 17600 (1999) 2080 (1940) 7380 2940 3360 4090 4670 6430 9350 10700 13700 15000
2026-04-19 02:00 13.99 2450 17600 (1999) 2080 (1940) 7380 2940 3360 4090 4670 6430 9350 10700 13700 15000
2026-04-19 01:00 14.01 2500 17600 (1999) 2080 (1940) 7380 2940 3360 4090 4670 6430 9350 10700 13700 15000
2026-04-19 00:00 14.03 2560 17600 (1999) 2080 (1940) 7380 2940 3360 4090 4670 6430 9350 10700 13700 15000
2026-04-18 23:00 14.05 2620 17600 (1999) 2080 (1940) 7380 2940 3360 4090 4670 6430 9350 10700 13700 15000
2026-04-18 22:00 14.09 2740 20000 (1999) 2440 (1940) 7430 3140 3450 4240 4750 6300 9670 10300 13000 16200
2026-04-18 21:00 14.13 2870 20000 (1999) 2440 (1940) 7430 3140 3450 4240 4750 6300 9670 10300 13000 16200
2026-04-18 20:00 14.17 2990 20000 (1999) 2440 (1940) 7430 3140 3450 4240 4750 6300 9670 10300 13000 16200
2026-04-18 19:00 14.21 3120 20000 (1999) 2440 (1940) 7430 3140 3450 4240 4750 6300 9670 10300 13000 16200
2026-04-18 18:00 14.21 3120 20000 (1999) 2440 (1940) 7430 3140 3450 4240 4750 6300 9670 10300 13000 16200
2026-04-18 17:00 14.31 3460 20000 (1999) 2440 (1940) 7430 3140 3450 4240 4750 6300 9670 10300 13000 16200
2026-04-18 16:00 14.38 3700 20000 (1999) 2440 (1940) 7430 3140 3450 4240 4750 6300 9670 10300 13000 16200
2026-04-18 15:00 14.39 3740 20000 (1999) 2440 (1940) 7430 3140 3450 4240 4750 6300 9670 10300 13000 16200
2026-04-18 14:00 14.42 3850 20000 (1999) 2440 (1940) 7430 3140 3450 4240 4750 6300 9670 10300 13000 16200
2026-04-18 13:00 14.43 3880 20000 (1999) 2440 (1940) 7430 3140 3450 4240 4750 6300 9670 10300 13000 16200
2026-04-18 12:00 14.44 3920 20000 (1999) 2440 (1940) 7430 3140 3450 4240 4750 6300 9670 10300 13000 16200
2026-04-18 11:00 14.45 3960 20000 (1999) 2440 (1940) 7430 3140 3450 4240 4750 6300 9670 10300 13000 16200
2026-04-18 10:00 14.42 3850 20000 (1999) 2440 (1940) 7430 3140 3450 4240 4750 6300 9670 10300 13000 16200
2026-04-18 09:00 14.37 3670 20000 (1999) 2440 (1940) 7430 3140 3450 4240 4750 6300 9670 10300 13000 16200
2026-04-18 08:00 14.30 3420 20000 (1999) 2440 (1940) 7430 3140 3450 4240 4750 6300 9670 10300 13000 16200
2026-04-18 07:00 14.23 3190 20000 (1999) 2440 (1940) 7430 3140 3450 4240 4750 6300 9670 10300 13000 16200
2026-04-18 06:00 14.16 2960 20000 (1999) 2440 (1940) 7430 3140 3450 4240 4750 6300 9670 10300 13000 16200
2026-04-18 05:00 14.11 2800 20000 (1999) 2440 (1940) 7430 3140 3450 4240 4750 6300 9670 10300 13000 16200
2026-04-18 04:00 14.09 2740 20000 (1999) 2440 (1940) 7430 3140 3450 4240 4750 6300 9670 10300 13000 16200
2026-04-18 03:00 14.08 2710 20000 (1999) 2440 (1940) 7430 3140 3450 4240 4750 6300 9670 10300 13000 16200
2026-04-18 02:00 14.09 2740 20000 (1999) 2440 (1940) 7430 3140 3450 4240 4750 6300 9670 10300 13000 16200
2026-04-18 01:00 14.11 2800 20000 (1999) 2440 (1940) 7430 3140 3450 4240 4750 6300 9670 10300 13000 16200
2026-04-18 00:00 14.12 2830 20000 (1999) 2440 (1940) 7430 3140 3450 4240 4750 6300 9670 10300 13000 16200
2026-04-17 23:00 14.16 2960 20000 (1999) 2440 (1940) 7430 3140 3450 4240 4750 6300 9670 10300 13000 16200

A total of 35 rows are displayed for years 1929 through 2025.