+240.0 cfs (+6.67%) since yesterday
123.11% of Normal
•
2 Streamgauges
Total streamflow across the
Loup River
was last observed at
3,840
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
7,617
acre-ft of water today; about 123%
of normal.
River levels are high.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
3,119 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2019-07-10 when daily discharge volume was observed at
20,280 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Loup River Near Genoa
reporting a streamflow rate of 1,950 cfs.
However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the
Loup River Power Canal Near Genoa
with a gauge stage of 5.83 ft.
This river is monitored from 2 different streamgauging stations along the Loup River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 1,573 ft, the
Loup River Power Canal Near Genoa.
Last Updated
2024-03-28
Streamflow
3,840.0 cfs
Percent of Normal
123.11%
Maximum
20,280.0 cfs
2019-07-10
About the loup river
The Loup River is a 68-mile-long tributary of the Platte River in Nebraska, USA. It flows through several counties and has a long history of serving as an important transportation route for fur traders and pioneers. The river's hydrology is heavily influenced by precipitation and snowmelt, and it is fed by numerous small streams and springs. The river is home to several reservoirs and dams, including the Calamus Reservoir, Sherman Dam, and Davis Creek Dam, which are used for flood control, irrigation, and hydroelectric power generation. The Loup River is also a popular destination for recreation, offering opportunities for camping, fishing, boating, and hiking. Additionally, the river supports important agricultural activities, providing irrigation for crops and pastureland.