RIVER GAUGE · BOXELDER CREEK
Boxelder Creek near Nemo
Lawrence County, South Dakota
Water level1.03 ft
Flow—
Last readingSep 16, 2026, 4:30 PM UTC (last recorded)
Action6 ft1,430 cfs
Minor flood8 ft2,930 cfs
Moderate flood10 ft5,055 cfs
Major flood12 ft8,000 cfs
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 20.39 ft
Record flooding which occurred in 1972. Extensive damage including buildings and bridges washed away.
- 12 ft
Major Flood Stage. Extensive flooding along Box Elder Creek with extensive inundation of structures and roads.
- 10 ft
Moderate Flood Stage. Some inundation of structures and roads near Box Elder Creek are possible.
- 8 ft
Minor Flood Stage. Minor flooding of low lying areas along Box Elder Creek.
- 6 ft
Action Stage. Low land flooding along the creek begins.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 8, 1972 | 20.4 ft | 30,100 cfs |
| Jun 11, 1907 | 16 ft | 16,000 cfs |
| Jul 4, 2019 | 6.29 ft | 1,300 cfs |
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