Little Platte River

Streamflow Hydrology Weather


Little Platte River Levels

April 19 2024

1,105 ACRE-FT

Discharge Volume Today
+535.08 cfs (+2441.06%) since yesterday
193.88% of Normal 2 Streamgauges

Total streamflow across the Little Platte River was last observed at 557 cfs, and is expected to yield approximately 1,105 acre-ft of water today; about 194% of normal. River levels are high. Average streamflow for this time of year is 287 cfs, with recent peaks last observed on 2024-01-26 when daily discharge volume was observed at 1,910 cfs.

Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the Little Platte River Near Plattsburg reporting a streamflow rate of 557 cfs. However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the Little Platte River At Smithville with a gauge stage of 12.92 ft. This river is monitored from 2 different streamgauging stations along the Little Platte River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 921 ft, the Little Platte River Near Plattsburg.

Last Updated 2024-04-19
Streamflow 557.0 cfs
Percent of Normal 193.88%
Maximum 1,910.0 cfs
2024-01-26

About the little platte river


The Little Platte River is a tributary of the Platte River located in Missouri. It flows for approximately 65 miles through Platte County and Clay County. The river has a long history, having been used by Native Americans and early settlers for transportation and agriculture. Today, the Little Platte River is primarily used for irrigation and as a source of drinking water for nearby communities. The Smithville Lake and the Little Platte Park Lake Reservoirs are two major dams located on the river, providing flood control and recreational activities such as fishing and boating. The river also supports a variety of wildlife, including several species of fish, birds, and mammals.

Streamgauge Streamflow Gauge Stage 24hr Change (%) % Normal Minimum (cfs) Maximum (cfs) Air Temp Elevation
Little Platte River Near Plattsburg
USGS 06821080
557 cfs 10.87 ft 15723.86
Little Platte River At Smithville
USGS 06821150
67 cfs 12.92 ft 265.76

Peak Annual Discharge

Little Platte River Maximum Total Discharge

Seasonal Comparison

Little Platte River Year Over Year Discharge


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