River stage
Last reported 2026-10-13 | NWS PTMN1
In brief
The Missouri River at Plattsmouth, NE read 14.75 ft on Oct 13, 2026, 10.25 ft below action stage.
Source: National Weather Service gauge PTMN1
| Rank | Crest | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 40.62 ft | 2019-03-16 |
| 2 | 36.73 ft | 2011-06-30 |
| 3 | 35.65 ft | 1993-07-25 |
| 4 | 34.66 ft | 1984-06-14 |
| 5 | 33.08 ft | 2010-06-14 |
| 6 | 32.60 ft | 1952-04-18 |
| 7 | 32.11 ft | 2019-06-04 |
| 8 | 31.92 ft | 1978-03-21 |
Flood crests recorded at this gauge by the National Weather Service.
Fields west of Dock Road flood.
Minor flooding is occurring in the parking lots near the gauge site and boat ramp. In addition, a private camping area just upstream of the gauge site begins to flood.
The Water Treatment Plant road floods.
A campground off of River Road, about 1.5 miles downstream of the gauge, begins to flood.
The water treatment plant for Plattsmouth begins to flood. In addition, River Road begins to flood.
Portions of Highway 34 and several county roads between the river and Interstate 29 will be closed due to flooding. In addition, homes along the Nebraska side begin to be impacted.
Wells for the City of Plattsmouth begin to be impacted by floodwaters.
River gage communications may be impacted as the gage itself begins to be impacted, specifically the junction box.
Written by the local National Weather Service forecast office for this exact gauge.
No. The Missouri River at Plattsmouth is at 14.75 ft, 10.25 ft below action stage.
The National Weather Service sets action stage 25 ft, minor flooding 26 ft, moderate flooding 32 ft and major flooding 35 ft.
The highest crest on record is 40.62 ft, on 2019-03-16.
Stage and flood information from the NOAA National Weather Service (gauge PTMN1); daily history from the U.S. Geological Survey (site 06805600). Last reading 2026-10-13. For flood safety decisions always follow official National Weather Service warnings.