River stage
Last reported 2026-10-14 | NWS MXWN1
In brief
The Platte River at Maxwell, NE read 3.98 ft on Oct 14, 2026, 4.02 ft below action stage.
Source: National Weather Service gauge MXWN1
| Rank | Crest | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 10.79 ft | 2013-09-23 |
| 2 | 10.40 ft | 2015-06-20 |
| 3 | 9.25 ft | 2016-06-01 |
| 4 | 9.19 ft | 2010-06-24 |
| 5 | 9.14 ft | 2011-06-22 |
| 6 | 9.08 ft | 2014-06-10 |
| 7 | 8.68 ft | 2023-06-29 |
| 8 | 7.72 ft | 1998-01-13 |
Flood crests recorded at this gauge by the National Weather Service.
Minor flood stage. Flooding of agricultural land along the river may occur.
Moderate flood stage. Water may cover portions of West Island Road and Old Military Road south and west of Maxwell.
Access to homes along the Platte River may be cutoff.
Major flood stage. Water may approach the 56D Link which is the road between Interstate 80 and Maxwell.
Written by the local National Weather Service forecast office for this exact gauge.
No. The Platte River at Maxwell is at 3.98 ft, 4.02 ft below action stage.
The National Weather Service sets action stage 8 ft, minor flooding 9 ft, moderate flooding 10 ft and major flooding 12 ft.
The highest crest on record is 10.79 ft, on 2013-09-23.
Stage and flood information from the NOAA National Weather Service (gauge MXWN1). Last reading 2026-10-14. For flood safety decisions always follow official National Weather Service warnings.