North Loup River Flow Today
As of October 16, 2026 at 2:15 AM, the North Loup River is flowing at 1,190 cfs near St. Paul Nebr, NE — 121% of normal for the date and up 10% in 24 hours. 2 of 2 USGS gauges reported in the last 3 days; flows range from 487 to 1,190 cfs. ❤ Favorite
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North Loup River conditions today
Where the river is running versus normal, what’s rising or dropping, and what it means for a trip — built from the live USGS readings below.
At St. Paul Nebr, the North Loup River is running 1,190 cfs — 121% of normal, up 10% since yesterday. Along the river, 1 of 2 reporting gauges are below normal (the typical gauge is at 102% of normal).
In the last 24 hours the river is rising at St. Paul Nebr (+10%); dropping at Taylor (-17%).
How the North Loup River compares to normal
Every reporting gauge from the top of the river to the bottom: bar length is today’s flow, colour is percent of normal for the date.
Flow along the river, upstream to downstream
- Taylor2,253 ft 487 cfs83%
- St. Paul Nebr1,771 ft 1,190 cfs121%
Bar length uses a square-root scale so small headwater flows stay visible next to big downstream ones. Colour: <50% 50–90 90–110 110–150 150%+ of normal.
Where every gauge sits
One dot per North Loup River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (102%).
North Loup River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
North Loup River At Taylor NE
Oct 16, 2:45 AM · USGS 06786000 |
487 cfs | 83% | -17% | 2.93 ft | 4.1 ft below | 2,253 ft |
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North Loup River Near St. Paul Nebr NE
Oct 16, 2:15 AM · USGS 06790500 |
1,190 cfs | 121% | +10% | 2.84 ft | 4.2 ft below | 1,771 ft |
USGS provisional data. Readings are in each gauge’s local time; gauges silent for more than 3 days are marked “Last reported”. Tap any gauge for its hydrograph, forecast and history.
Dams & reservoirs on the North Loup River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
North Loup River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river.
Maximum streamflow by year
North Loup River
The North Loup River is a tributary of the Platte River, located in north-central Nebraska. It is approximately 68 miles long and has a drainage area of about 1,250 square miles. The North Loup River was an important water source for Native American tribes, and later became a popular route for pioneers traveling westward. The river flows through several reservoirs, including the Calamus Reservoir and the Davis Creek Reservoir. These reservoirs provide irrigation water for agriculture and serve as recreational destinations for fishing, boating, and camping. The river also supports a variety of wildlife, including fish, birds, and mammals. Despite being used for agricultural and recreational purposes, the North Loup River is considered healthy and well-maintained by local conservation groups.
Fishing near the North Loup River
About the North Loup River
How is the North Loup River flowing right now?
As of October 16, 2026, the North Loup River is flowing at 1,190 cfs near St. Paul Nebr, NE, about 121% of normal for the date. Across its 2 USGS gauges, current flows range from 487 to 1,190 cfs. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the North Loup River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the North Loup River is at 102% of normal for the date. Above 100% means higher than the historical average for this calendar day; below 100% means lower. The profile above shows which reaches are high or low.
What is flood stage on the North Loup River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Taylor (7.0 ft), St. Paul Nebr (7.0 ft). The table shows how far each gauge is below its flood stage right now.
Where does the data come from?
Discharge and gage height are from the USGS National Water Information System; flood stages from the National Weather Service. The history chart sums every monitored gauge on the river.
Can I get alerts for a gauge?
Yes — open any gauge from the table, favorite it in the Snoflo app and set a flow threshold.