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Little Platte River

Missouri • 39.5610, -94.4236
Length
65 mi
104 km
Elevation
1,051′ → 771′
280 ft drop
Stream Order
6
Large River
Slope
0.08%
4.3 ft/mi
Drainage
277 mi²
719 km²
Avg Flow
224 cfs
1.5 mph velocity
Path to Mouth
1,659 mi
2,669 km to ocean
Classification
Headwater
Source Stream
Elevation Profile
Water Quality

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Water Level Gauges on Little Platte River

There are 2 USGS water level monitoring stations on Little Platte River providing real-time flow and stage data.

Access Sites on Little Platte River

There are 2 boat ramps, launches, and public access points on Little Platte River.