Platte River near Darr
Nebraska — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Dawson County, Nebraska on the Platte River. Live water level data from USGS, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
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Last Reading
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: DARN1). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
Flood Stages
Major Flood
13 ft
Moderate Flood
12.5 ft
Minor Flood
11.5 ft
Action Stage
10.5 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
16 ft
Water reaches the bottom of the bridge at Road 755.
13 ft
There will be significant flooding of rural areas near the river.
12 ft
There will be widespread flooding of low land areas along the river including the Blue Heron Campground.
11.5 ft
Water will begin to enter the Blue Heron campground upstream and south of Gothenburg.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 29, 2023 | 10.92 ft | — |
| Jun 29, 2023 | 10.92 ft | — |
| Jul 8, 2019 | 10.71 ft | 4,370 cfs |
| Jul 8, 2019 | 10.71 ft | 4,370 cfs |
| Jun 2, 2017 | 9.75 ft | 3,190 cfs |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
DARN1
River
Platte River
County
Dawson, NE
Coordinates
40.7769°N, 99.8479°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Platte River near Darr?
The Platte River near Darr 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 Darr?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Platte River near Darr is 11.5 feet. Action stage begins at 10.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 12.5 feet, and major flooding at 13 feet.
How do I get alerts when Platte River rises?
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Where is the Platte River near Darr gauge located?
The gauge is located in Dawson County, Nebraska at coordinates 40.7769°N, 99.8479°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of the Nebraska DWEE
- 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.
- Stage may be affected by ice.