Major Flood
4809 ft
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: BBLS2). 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
4807 ft
Minor Flood
4805 ft
Action Stage
4804 ft
What Floods at Each Level
4809 ft
Major flood stage. Widespread and significant flooding along French Creek in Custer State Park along and near Lame Johnny Road. Campsite in French Creek Horse Campground may be inundated.
4807 ft
Moderate flood stage. Widespread flooding along French Creek in Custer State Park along and near Lame Johnny Road. Campsite in French Creek Horse Campground may be inundated.
4805 ft
Minor flood stage. Minor flooding along French Creek in Custer State Park.
4804 ft
Low lying areas along French Creek in Custer State Park may flood.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 12, 2023 | 4800.9 ft | — |
| Apr 4, 2023 | 4800.68 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
BBLS2
River
French Creek
County
Custer, SD
Coordinates
43.7162°N, 103.4752°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of French Creek near Blue Bell?
The French Creek near Blue Bell 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 French Creek near Blue Bell?
The NWS-defined flood stage for French Creek near Blue Bell is 4805 feet. Action stage begins at 4804 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 4807 feet, and major flooding at 4809 feet.
How do I get alerts when French Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add French Creek near Blue Bell 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 French Creek near Blue Bell gauge located?
The gauge is located in Custer County, South Dakota at coordinates 43.7162°N, 103.4752°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
On This River
Downstream: French Creek (SD) above Fairburn
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: South Dakota Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources