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South Platte River

Colorado • 39.7392, -104.9903
Length
440 mi
708 km
Elevation
8,775′ → 2,770′
6,005 ft drop
Stream Order
9
Major River
Slope
0.26%
13.7 ft/mi
Drainage
18,761 mi²
48,592 km²
Avg Flow
1,347 cfs
3.6 mph velocity
Path to Mouth
2,091 mi
3,365 km to ocean
Classification
Headwater
Source Stream
Elevation Profile
Water Quality

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Water Level Gauges on South Platte River

There are 3 USGS water level monitoring stations on South Platte River providing real-time flow and stage data.

Access Sites on South Platte River

There are 15 boat ramps, launches, and public access points on South Platte River.