Nebraska · Unknown Co.

Upper Elkhorn RIver

· 58 mi · Class
Optimal: 500–1500 CFS · USGS #06799315
1,015 avg
633CFS
6.81 ft gauge height
Optimal
↓Falling slowly (-15 cfs/hr)
⚡Flow data is live from USGS·Rapid classifications and CFS ranges need community verification·Know this river?
Avg flow: 1,015 cfsHist. median: 0 cfsUSGS #06799315
Designated Water Trail · State

The Elkhorn River originates in lush hay meadow land in the north-central counties of Holt and Rock and ends near Gretna at its confluence with the Platte River. Flows vary considerably along its entire length depending on snow-melt, rainfall and irrigation demand. Normally, the best times to canoe are spring and fall. Spring rains can produce destructive flooding, causing more damage along the Elkhorn than any other river basin in Nebraska.

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