Little Minnesota River near Peever
South Dakota — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Roberts County, South Dakota on the Little Minnesota River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 05290000, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Major Flood
24 ft
Moderate Flood
22 ft
Minor Flood
17 ft
Action Stage
16 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
24 ft
Water is over the bridge on 122nd st.
22 ft
Fields begin to flood
17 ft
Left bank below gage begins flooding.
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 17, 2010 | 22.86 ft | 5,450 cfs |
| Mar 17, 2010 | 22.86 ft | 5,450 cfs |
| Jun 13, 2025 | 21.46 ft | 4,160 cfs |
| Jun 13, 2025 | 21.46 ft | 4,160 cfs |
| Jun 18, 2014 | 20.72 ft | 3,540 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
PVRS2
River
Little Minnesota River
County
Roberts, SD
Coordinates
45.6160°N, 96.8756°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Little Minnesota River near Peever?
The Little Minnesota River near Peever gauge is maintained by USGS (site 05290000) 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 Little Minnesota River near Peever?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Little Minnesota River near Peever is 17 feet. Action stage begins at 16 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 22 feet, and major flooding at 24 feet.
How do I get alerts when Little Minnesota River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Little Minnesota River near Peever to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category — even when your screen is off.
Where is the Little Minnesota River near Peever gauge located?
The gauge is located in Roberts County, South Dakota at coordinates 45.6160°N, 96.8756°W. USGS site number: 05290000. 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
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 24 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 48 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.
- Gauge reading may be affected by ice.