Little Spearfish Creek near Lead
South Dakota — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Lawrence County, South Dakota on the Little Spearfish Creek. Live water level data from USGS gauge 06430850, 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
10 ft
Moderate Flood
8.5 ft
Minor Flood
7.5 ft
Action Stage
6 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
10 ft
Major Flood Stage. Water 2-3 feet over Forest Service Road 222. Extensive flooding along the creek with inundation of structures and roads.
8.5 ft
Moderate Flood Stage. Water covers Forest Service Road 222. Some inundation of structures and roads near the creek are possible.
7.5 ft
Minor Flood Stage. Water approaches Forest Service Road 222. Minor flooding along Little Spearfish Creek.
6 ft
Action Stage and Bankfull. Lowland flooding along the creek.
5 ft
Water overflows the natural channel.
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 1, 1997 | 23.4 ft | 36 cfs |
| May 1, 1997 | 23.4 ft | 36 cfs |
| Dec 5, 2000 | 22.1 ft | 23 cfs |
| Dec 5, 2000 | 22.1 ft | 23 cfs |
| May 29, 1996 | 21.5 ft | 45 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
LSLS2
River
Little Spearfish Creek
County
Lawrence, SD
Coordinates
44.3494°N, 103.9356°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Little Spearfish Creek near Lead?
The Little Spearfish Creek near Lead gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06430850) 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 Spearfish Creek near Lead?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Little Spearfish Creek near Lead is 7.5 feet. Action stage begins at 6 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 8.5 feet, and major flooding at 10 feet.
How do I get alerts when Little Spearfish Creek rises?
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Where is the Little Spearfish Creek near Lead gauge located?
The gauge is located in Lawrence County, South Dakota at coordinates 44.3494°N, 103.9356°W. USGS site number: 06430850. 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.