Major Flood
14 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
13 ft
Minor Flood
12 ft
Action Stage
10 ft
What Floods at Each Level
14 ft
Major Flood Stage. Extensive flooding along the creek with inundation of structures and roads.
13 ft
Moderate Flood Stage. Some inundation of structures and roads near the creek are possible.
12 ft
Minor flood stage. Flooding of agricultural land.
10 ft
Action Stage. Flooding of low lying areas along the creek.
8 ft
Water begins to overflow the lower banks.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 30, 1920 | 17 ft | — |
| Feb 17, 1997 | 16.22 ft | 3,000 cfs |
| May 27, 1996 | 14.85 ft | 7,660 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Elk Creek (SD) near Elm Springs?
The Elk Creek (SD) near Elm Springs gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06425500) 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 Elk Creek (SD) near Elm Springs?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Elk Creek (SD) near Elm Springs is 12 feet. Action stage begins at 10 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 13 feet, and major flooding at 14 feet.
How do I get alerts when Elk Creek (SD) rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Elk Creek (SD) near Elm Springs 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 Elk Creek (SD) near Elm Springs gauge located?
The gauge is located in Meade County, South Dakota at coordinates 44.2483°N, 102.5032°W. USGS site number: 06425500. 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.