Major Flood
12 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
6 ft
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.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
BNNS2
River
Boxelder Creek
County
Lawrence, SD
Coordinates
44.1443°N, 103.4545°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Boxelder Creek near Nemo?
The Boxelder Creek near Nemo gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06422500) 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 Boxelder Creek near Nemo?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Boxelder Creek near Nemo is 8 feet. Action stage begins at 6 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 10 feet, and major flooding at 12 feet.
How do I get alerts when Boxelder Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Boxelder Creek near Nemo 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 Boxelder Creek near Nemo gauge located?
The gauge is located in Lawrence County, South Dakota at coordinates 44.1443°N, 103.4545°W. USGS site number: 06422500. 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.