Major Flood
29 ft
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: PLCM7). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
25 ft
Minor Flood
20 ft
Action Stage
17 ft
What Floods at Each Level
31 ft
The Schimmel City Access Area north of Farley, Missouri is under water.
29 ft
State Highway 92 at Tracy is overtopped.
25 ft
Water overtops 1st Street in Tracy, Missouri.
22 ft
Flooding occurs at Humphreys Access Area which is located 5 miles downstream from Platte City. 300 acres of pasture are also flooded.
20 ft
Cropland near State Highway 92 near Platte City 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 21, 1965 | 37.79 ft | — |
| May 19, 1974 | 34 ft | — |
| May 9, 2007 | 32.5 ft | 43,412 cfs |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
PLCM7
River
Platte River
County
Platte, MO
Coordinates
39.3689°N, 94.7864°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Platte River near Platte City?
The Platte River near Platte City gauge is maintained by USGS 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 near Platte City?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Platte River near Platte City is 20 feet. Action stage begins at 17 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 25 feet, and major flooding at 29 feet.
How do I get alerts when Platte River rises?
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Where is the Platte River near Platte City gauge located?
The gauge is located in Platte County, Missouri at coordinates 39.3689°N, 94.7864°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Missouri Hydrology Information Center
- 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.