Bear Butte Creek in Boulder Canyon
South Dakota — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Lawrence County, South Dakota. Live water level data from USGS gauge 06437200, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Major Flood
10 ft
11,000 cfs
Moderate Flood
8 ft
2,900 cfs
Minor Flood
6.5 ft
1,031 cfs
Action Stage
5.5 ft
439 cfs
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
10 ft
Major flood stage. Extensive flooding along Bear Butte Creek with inundation of structures and roads in Boulder Canyon and Sturgis.
8 ft
Moderate flood stage. Some inundation of structures and roads along Bear Butte Creek in Boulder Canyon and Sturgis.
6.5 ft
Flood stage. Flooding affects secondary roads near Sturgis. The low water crossing a quarter mile upstream from the gage floods and access to homes is cutoff.
5.7 ft
Access roads off of Boulder Canyon Road can become impassable.
5.5 ft
Action stage. Flooding of low lying areas along the creek.
4 ft
Water begins to flow in the creek through Sturgis.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 3, 2019 | 7.86 ft | 1,010 cfs |
| Jul 3, 2019 | 7.86 ft | 1,010 cfs |
| Jun 5, 2008 | 6.08 ft | 697 cfs |
| Jun 5, 2008 | 6.08 ft | 697 cfs |
| Jun 1, 2007 | 5.77 ft | 545 cfs |
About This Gauge
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Bear Butte Creek in Boulder Canyon?
The Bear Butte Creek in Boulder Canyon gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06437200) and reports water levels every 15 minutes. Visit this page to see the latest reading updated live, or download StormCast to get push alerts when levels rise.
What is flood stage for Bear Butte Creek in Boulder Canyon?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Bear Butte Creek in Boulder Canyon is 6.5 feet. Action stage begins at 5.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 8 feet, and major flooding at 10 feet.
How do I get alerts when this river rises?
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Where is the Bear Butte Creek in Boulder Canyon gauge located?
The gauge is located in Lawrence County, South Dakota at coordinates 44.3964°N, 103.5827°W. USGS site number: 06437200. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
- USGS operates this gage on a seasonal basis. No data are available during winter months.