Major Flood
30 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
21 ft
Minor Flood
16 ft
Action Stage
15 ft
What Floods at Each Level
30 ft
Major Flood Stage. Water approaches the bottom of Highway 71 bridge. Extensive flooding along the creek with inundation of structures and roads.
21 ft
Moderate Flood Stage. River spreads out and floods agricultural land. Some inundation of structures and roads near the creek are possible.
20 ft
Right bank will begin to overflow. Minor flooding along the creek continues.
16 ft
Flood Stage. Left bank will begin to overflow causing minor flooding along the creek.
15 ft
Action stage. Flooding of low lying areas along the creek.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 5, 2015 | 21.19 ft | 15,800 cfs |
| May 16, 1991 | 17.28 ft | 7,870 cfs |
| Apr 22, 2000 | 15.4 ft | 6,210 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Hat Creek near Edgemont?
The Hat Creek near Edgemont gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06400000) 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 Hat Creek near Edgemont?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Hat Creek near Edgemont is 16 feet. Action stage begins at 15 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 21 feet, and major flooding at 30 feet.
How do I get alerts when Hat Creek rises?
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Where is the Hat Creek near Edgemont gauge located?
The gauge is located in Fall River County, South Dakota at coordinates 43.2400°N, 103.5883°W. USGS site number: 06400000. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
On This River
Downstream: Cheyenne River above Angostura at Hwy 71
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
- Gauge reading may be affected by ice.