Major Flood
13 ft
Current Water Level
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FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
10 ft
Minor Flood
8 ft
Action Stage
7 ft
What Floods at Each Level
13 ft
Major flood stage.
10 ft
Moderate Flood Stage.
9 ft
Possible flooding of Jackson County Road 2 and near Highway 44 begins.
8 ft
Flood Stage. Minor flooding of agricultural land begins.
7 ft
Action Stage; low lying areas along the river begin to flood.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 22, 2019 | 10.06 ft | — |
| Mar 23, 2019 | 9.48 ft | 3,280 cfs |
| Jun 2, 1997 | 9.11 ft | 1,100 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
BERS2
River
Bear in the Lodge Creek
County
Jackson, SD
Coordinates
43.5367°N, 101.7986°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Bear in the Lodge Creek near Wanblee?
The Bear in the Lodge Creek near Wanblee gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06446700) 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 in the Lodge Creek near Wanblee?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Bear in the Lodge Creek near Wanblee is 8 feet. Action stage begins at 7 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 10 feet, and major flooding at 13 feet.
How do I get alerts when Bear in the Lodge Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Bear in the Lodge Creek near Wanblee to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category.
Where is the Bear in the Lodge Creek near Wanblee gauge located?
The gauge is located in Jackson County, South Dakota at coordinates 43.5367°N, 101.7986°W. USGS site number: 06446700. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
On This River
Downstream: White River (NE-SD) near Kadoka
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
- Gauge reading may be affected by ice.