Little Missouri River at Camp Crook
South Dakota — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Harding County, South Dakota on the Little Missouri River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 06334500, 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
19 ft
18,235 cfs
Moderate Flood
17 ft
10,195 cfs
Minor Flood
12 ft
3,220 cfs
Action Stage
10 ft
2,301 cfs
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
19 ft
Major Flood Stage. Water may begin to wash against the main highway bridge.
18 ft
Water covers the concrete bridge supports.
17 ft
Moderate Flood Stage. Some structural flooding is possible near the Little Missouri River.
16 ft
Water covers erosion control walls upstream from the highway bridge. Minor flooding along lower areas of west bank begins.
14 ft
Water overflows tree-line along the east bank. Minor flooding of pasture land.
12 ft
Flood Stage. Water overflows areas along the east bank and causes lowland pasture 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 |
|---|---|---|
| May 23, 2011 | 19.4 ft | 20,100 cfs |
| May 23, 2011 | 19.4 ft | 20,100 cfs |
| Apr 16, 2009 | 17.67 ft | 12,400 cfs |
| Apr 16, 2009 | 17.67 ft | 12,400 cfs |
| Mar 23, 1978 | 16.9 ft | 9,420 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
CACS2
River
Little Missouri River
County
Harding, SD
Coordinates
45.5481°N, 103.9712°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Little Missouri River at Camp Crook?
The Little Missouri River at Camp Crook gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06334500) 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 Missouri River at Camp Crook?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Little Missouri River at Camp Crook is 12 feet. Action stage begins at 10 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 17 feet, and major flooding at 19 feet.
How do I get alerts when Little Missouri River rises?
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Where is the Little Missouri River at Camp Crook gauge located?
The gauge is located in Harding County, South Dakota at coordinates 45.5481°N, 103.9712°W. USGS site number: 06334500. 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 and future precipitation. The stages/flows that will occur may be different if future rainfall is different than forecast.
- Gauge reading may be affected by ice.