Major Flood
16 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
15 ft
Minor Flood
14 ft
Action Stage
12 ft
What Floods at Each Level
16 ft
Major flood stage. Extensive flooding along Blackpipe Creek with extensive inundation of structures and roads.
15 ft
Moderate flood stage. Some inundation of structures and roads near Blackpipe Creek are possible.
14 ft
Minor flood stage. Minor flooding of low lying areas along Blackpipe Creek.
13.5 ft
The left bank will overflow.
12 ft
Action Stage. Flooding of low lying areas 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 16, 1997 | 15.7 ft | — |
| Mar 8, 2010 | 12.38 ft | 3,500 cfs |
| Feb 8, 2009 | 11.78 ft | 4,000 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
PIPS2
River
Blackpipe Creek
County
Jackson, SD
Coordinates
43.7553°N, 101.2279°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Blackpipe Creek near Belvidere?
The Blackpipe Creek near Belvidere gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06447230) 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 Blackpipe Creek near Belvidere?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Blackpipe Creek near Belvidere is 14 feet. Action stage begins at 12 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 15 feet, and major flooding at 16 feet.
How do I get alerts when Blackpipe Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Blackpipe Creek near Belvidere 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 Blackpipe Creek near Belvidere gauge located?
The gauge is located in Jackson County, South Dakota at coordinates 43.7553°N, 101.2279°W. USGS site number: 06447230. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
On This River
Downstream: White River (NE-SD) near White River
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of US Geological Service, U.S. Geological Survey Hydrologic Imagery Visualization and Information System
- Gauge reading may be affected by ice.