Beaver Creek (SD) near Buffalo Gap
South Dakota — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Fall River County, South Dakota on the Beaver Creek (SD). Live water level data from USGS gauge 06402500, 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
Moderate Flood
8.5 ft
Minor Flood
7.5 ft
196 cfs
Action Stage
6 ft
84 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 of agricultural land and several roads are inundated.
8.5 ft
Moderate Flood Stage. Beaver Creek Rd at Beaver Creek becomes impassable.
7.5 ft
Minor Flood Stage. Water begins to flow over Beaver Creek Rd (Fall River Co Rd 416D).
6 ft
Action Stage. Lowland flooding begins along the creek.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 3, 1938 | 16.46 ft | 11,700 cfs |
| Sep 3, 1938 | 16.46 ft | 11,700 cfs |
| Jul 13, 1966 | 8.38 ft | 1,430 cfs |
| Jul 13, 1966 | 8.38 ft | 1,430 cfs |
| Jun 6, 1963 | 8.36 ft | 1,440 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
BEAS2
River
Beaver Creek (SD)
County
Fall River, SD
Coordinates
43.4666°N, 103.3060°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Beaver Creek (SD) near Buffalo Gap?
The Beaver Creek (SD) near Buffalo Gap gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06402500) 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 Beaver Creek (SD) near Buffalo Gap?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Beaver Creek (SD) near Buffalo Gap is 7.5 feet. Action stage begins at 6 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 8.5 feet, and major flooding at 10 feet.
How do I get alerts when Beaver Creek (SD) rises?
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Where is the Beaver Creek (SD) near Buffalo Gap gauge located?
The gauge is located in Fall River County, South Dakota at coordinates 43.4666°N, 103.3060°W. USGS site number: 06402500. 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
- Gauge reading may be affected by ice.