Major Flood
33 ft
Current Water Level
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FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
29 ft
Minor Flood
26 ft
Action Stage
21 ft
What Floods at Each Level
31.5 ft
The south approach to the Highway B bridge over the Little Platte River is under water due to backwater from the Platte River.
30.5 ft
Interurban Road floods about 1.5 miles southeast of Sharps Station.
29 ft
Backwater from the Platte River floods Highway KK along the Little Platte River at the location 0.2 miles east of Highway B.
26 ft
Low-lying rural land along the river begins to flood.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 25, 1993 | 36.43 ft | — |
| May 10, 2007 | 35.68 ft | 41,511 cfs |
| Jun 1, 2019 | 34.95 ft | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Platte River at Sharps Station?
The Platte River at Sharps Station gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06821190) and reports water levels every 15 minutes. Visit this page to see the latest reading updated live, or download StormCast to get push alerts when levels rise.
What is flood stage for Platte River at Sharps Station?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Platte River at Sharps Station is 26 feet. Action stage begins at 21 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 29 feet, and major flooding at 33 feet.
How do I get alerts when Platte River rises?
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Where is the Platte River at Sharps Station gauge located?
The gauge is located in Platte County, Missouri at coordinates 39.4010°N, 94.7268°W. USGS site number: 06821190. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
- Stage may be affected by ice.
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 48 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 24 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.