RIVER GAUGE · ELK CREEK
Elk Creek near Roubaix
Lawrence County, South Dakota
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Action9 ft
Minor flood11 ft
Moderate flood12 ft
Major flood13 ft
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What floods at each level
- 13 ft
Major Flood Stage. Extensive flooding along Elk Creek with inundation of structures and roads.
- 12.5 ft
Water flows over Forest Service Road 151.
- 12 ft
Moderate Flood Stage. Water reaches the top of downstream culvert. Water approaches Forest Service Rd 151, backs up near intersection.
- 11 ft
Minor Flood Stage. Water will rise quickly to 11 ft, then more slowly after that as the streambed will allow water to spread out more after this stage.
- 9 ft
Action Stage. The lowest areas along the river begin to flood.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| May 7, 1995 | 12.32 ft | 515 cfs |
| Mar 22, 2019 | 9.14 ft | — |
| Nov 11, 2019 | 8.95 ft | — |
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