Major Flood
22 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
21 ft
Minor Flood
20 ft
Action Stage
19 ft
What Floods at Each Level
22 ft
Major Flood Stage. Extensive flooding along the Cheyenne River with inundation of structures and roads.
21 ft
Moderate Flood Stage. Flooding of agricultural land around Wasta. Some inundation of structures and roads are possible.
20 ft
Flood stage. Minor flooding of agricultural land along the Cheyenne River.
19 ft
Lowland flooding may begin along the river.
18 ft
Water begins to reach the trees along the river bank.
13.3 ft
Because the channel is braided, water will begin to flow into the other channels of the river about 500 ft. downstream of the bridge.
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 7, 2015 | 19.7 ft | 18,400 cfs |
| Mar 22, 2019 | 17.65 ft | 8,660 cfs |
| Apr 22, 2000 | 17.48 ft | 9,070 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
CHRS2
River
Cheyenne River
County
Custer, SD
Coordinates
43.6731°N, 102.8933°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Cheyenne River at Redshirt?
The Cheyenne River at Redshirt gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06403700) 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 Cheyenne River at Redshirt?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Cheyenne River at Redshirt is 20 feet. Action stage begins at 19 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 21 feet, and major flooding at 22 feet.
How do I get alerts when Cheyenne River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Cheyenne River at Redshirt 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 Cheyenne River at Redshirt gauge located?
The gauge is located in Custer County, South Dakota at coordinates 43.6731°N, 102.8933°W. USGS site number: 06403700. 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.