Highest crests on record
| Rank | Crest | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 9.80 ft | 2013-09-23 |
| 2 | 9.60 ft | 1973-05-14 |
| 3 | 9.20 ft | 1983-06-29 |
| 4 | 9.12 ft | 1999-05-09 |
| 5 | 8.80 ft | 1980-05-23 |
| 6 | 8.40 ft | 1997-06-21 |
Flood crests recorded at this gauge by the National Weather Service.
River stage
Brady, Platte River
- River level
- 2.12 ft
- Status
- Below flood stage
- Action stage
- 6.00 ft
- Flood stage
- 7.50 ft
- Record crest
- 9.80 ft
Last reported 2026-10-13 | NWS BDYN1
- Record crest
- 9.80 ft
- Flood stage
- 7.50 ft
- Moderate flood
- 9.00 ft
- Major flood
- 11.00 ft
- Crest date
- 2013-09-23
In brief
The Platte River at Brady, NE read 2.12 ft on Oct 13, 2026, 3.88 ft below action stage.
Source: National Weather Service gauge BDYN1
Stage threshold profile
What happens at each level
- 7.00 ft
The river is near bankfull with ponding of water in low lying areas along the river.
- 7.50 ft
Flood Stage. Minor flooding along and near the Platte River.
- 9.00 ft
Moderate flood stage. West of Brady flooding occurs between McCullough Road and East Island Road and Interstate 80. East of Brady flooding of agricultural land occurs near Interstate 80. Both of the north channels may overflow.
- 10.00 ft
Water reaches McCullough road along the north side of the Platte River. Water may begin to surround homes and could restrict access to homes and properties.
- 11.00 ft
Major flood stage. Widespread flooding along the Platte River including areas along McCollough Road and East Island Road.
- 12.00 ft
Widespread flooding along the Platte River and in Brady south of Highway 30 and the railroad tracks. Water may approach the Dairy Queen and gas station parking lot just north of Interstate 80. Homes and properties on both sides of the north channel may flood.
Written by the local National Weather Service forecast office for this exact gauge.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Platte River flooding at Brady?
No. The Platte River at Brady is at 2.12 ft, 3.88 ft below action stage.
What is the flood stage at Brady?
The National Weather Service sets action stage 6 ft, minor flooding 7.5 ft, moderate flooding 9 ft and major flooding 11 ft.
What is the highest the Platte River has been at Brady?
The highest crest on record is 9.8 ft, on 2013-09-23.
Stage and flood information from the NOAA National Weather Service (gauge BDYN1). Last reading 2026-10-13. For flood safety decisions always follow official National Weather Service warnings.