River Conditions
Illustrated map of Lake McConaughy

River stage

Shelton, Platte River

River level
2.48 ft
Status
Below flood stage
Action stage
7.00 ft
Flood stage
8.00 ft

Last reported 2026-10-13 | NWS SHTN1

Flood stage
8.00 ft

In brief

The Platte River at Shelton, NE read 2.48 ft on Oct 13, 2026, 4.52 ft below action stage.

Source: National Weather Service gauge SHTN1

Stage threshold profile

Action stage 7.00 ftMinor flooding 8.00 ft CURRENT 2.48 ft

What happens at each level

Written by the local National Weather Service forecast office for this exact gauge.

StageImpact
11.00 ft Water reaches the bottom of the bridge.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Platte River flooding at Shelton?

No. The Platte River at Shelton is at 2.48 ft, 4.52 ft below action stage.

What is the flood stage at Shelton?

The National Weather Service sets action stage 7 ft and minor flooding 8 ft.

What is the highest the Platte River has been at Shelton?

The National Weather Service has not published a crest history for this gauge.

Stage and flood information from the NOAA National Weather Service (gauge SHTN1). Last reading 2026-10-13. For flood safety decisions always follow official National Weather Service warnings.