Platte River near Grand Island
Nebraska — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Merrick County, Nebraska on the Platte River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 06770500, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Major Flood
7.5 ft
20,260 cfs
Moderate Flood
7 ft
16,230 cfs
Minor Flood
6.5 ft
12,760 cfs
Action Stage
5.5 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
13 ft
Water reaches the bottom of the Highway 34 bridge.
7 ft
A few farmsteads west of Marquette may be threatened by overflows. The city of Grand Island is not threatened by floodwaters.
6.5 ft
Farms and pasturelands flood.
6.2 ft
Water approaches property at 14570 south 190th road.
5.9 ft
Water ponds around the hotel by the Interstate, but water levels remain below flood stage.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 26, 1960 | 8.16 ft | -9,999 cfs |
| Mar 26, 1960 | 8.16 ft | -9,999 cfs |
| Mar 3, 1949 | 8.03 ft | -9,999 cfs |
| Mar 3, 1949 | 8.03 ft | -9,999 cfs |
| Jun 5, 1935 | 7.99 ft | 30,000 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Platte River near Grand Island?
The Platte River near Grand Island gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06770500) 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 Grand Island?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Platte River near Grand Island is 6.5 feet. Action stage begins at 5.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 7 feet, and major flooding at 7.5 feet.
How do I get alerts when Platte River rises?
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Where is the Platte River near Grand Island gauge located?
The gauge is located in Merrick County, Nebraska at coordinates 40.8741°N, 98.2823°W. USGS site number: 06770500. 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 USGS
- 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.