Major Flood
2381 ft
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: HEMS2). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
2376 ft
Minor Flood
2372 ft
Action Stage
2370 ft
What Floods at Each Level
2381 ft
Major flood stage. Widespread and significant flooding along Elm Creek. Water is close to the bottom of the Elm Creek bridge on New Underwood Road.
2376 ft
Moderate flood stage. Widespread flooding of pasture land along Elm Creek.
2372 ft
Minor flood stage. Minor flooding along Elm Creek is possible.
2370 ft
Low lying areas along Elm Creek may flood.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
Low-Water Impacts
5 ft
Stage needed to inundate designated Gulf Sturgeon critical habitat below Jim Woodruff Lock and Dam.
3 ft
Temporary (not sustainable) operating level for of Scholz Power Plant
What happens as water levels drop, per the National Weather Service.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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About This Gauge
NWS LID
HEMS2
River
Elm Creek
County
Meade, SD
Coordinates
44.3985°N, 102.8092°W
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StormCast monitors this gauge and sends a push notification to your phone when the water level crosses into a new flood category — even at 3 AM.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Elm Creek at New Underwood Rd near Hereford?
The Elm Creek at New Underwood Rd near Hereford gauge is maintained by USGS 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 Elm Creek at New Underwood Rd near Hereford?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Elm Creek at New Underwood Rd near Hereford is 2372 feet. Action stage begins at 2370 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 2376 feet, and major flooding at 2381 feet.
How do I get alerts when Elm Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Elm Creek at New Underwood Rd near Hereford 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 Elm Creek at New Underwood Rd near Hereford gauge located?
The gauge is located in Meade County, South Dakota at coordinates 44.3985°N, 102.8092°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
On This River
Downstream: Belle Fourche River near Elm Springs
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: South Dakota Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources