RIVER GAUGE · ELK CREEK (SD)
Elk Creek (SD) near Elm Springs
Meade County, South Dakota
Water level3.48 ft
Flow—
Last readingSep 16, 2026, 5:00 PM UTC (last recorded)
Action10 ft1,535 cfs
Minor flood12 ft3,326 cfs
Moderate flood13 ft4,583 cfs
Major flood14 ft6,116 cfs
The past week
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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.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 30, 1920 | 17 ft | — |
| Feb 17, 1997 | 16.22 ft | 3,000 cfs |
| May 27, 1996 | 14.85 ft | 7,660 cfs |
More on Elk Creek (SD)
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DownstreamCheyenne River near Plainview
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