Major Flood
13 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
12 ft
Minor Flood
10 ft
Action Stage
8 ft
What Floods at Each Level
17 ft
Water reaches the bottom of the Highway 183 bridge.
14 ft
Water reaches the top of the Highway 183 Bridge piers with water reaching the
13 ft
Major Flood Stage. Extensive flooding of agricultural land. Roads and structures along the river may be flooded.
12 ft
Moderate flood stage. Flooding may impact roads and structures along the river. Water may begin to reach the low steel of the bridge.
10 ft
Flood stage. Flooding of agricultural land. Near the Highway 183 bridge, flooding mainly occurs along the left bank.
8 ft
Flooding of low lying areas along the river.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 24, 1950 | 13.5 ft | 2,500 cfs |
| Mar 30, 1952 | 13.08 ft | 5,430 cfs |
| Mar 23, 1960 | 10.56 ft | 4,210 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Keyapaha River at Wewala?
The Keyapaha River at Wewala gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06464500) 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 Keyapaha River at Wewala?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Keyapaha River at Wewala is 10 feet. Action stage begins at 8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 12 feet, and major flooding at 13 feet.
How do I get alerts when Keyapaha River rises?
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Where is the Keyapaha River at Wewala gauge located?
The gauge is located in Tripp County, South Dakota at coordinates 43.0271°N, 99.7809°W. USGS site number: 06464500. 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.