+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.