RIVER GAUGE · LITTLE WHITE RIVER
Little White River below White River
Mellette County, South Dakota
Water level1.87 ft
Flow82 cfs
Last readingSep 16, 2026, 5:00 PM UTC (last recorded)
Action11 ft7,770 cfs
Minor flood13 ft10,200 cfs
Moderate flood15 ft13,000 cfs
Major flood18 ft
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 18 ft
Major Flood Stage. Extensive flooding along the creek with inundation of structures and roads.
- 15 ft
Moderate Flood Stage. Some inundation of structures and roads near the creek are possible.
- 13 ft
Minor Flood Stage. Minor flooding of right bank.
- 11 ft
Action Stage. Water begins to flood low lying areas near the river.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 2, 1997 | 13.76 ft | 11,200 cfs |
| Apr 19, 1971 | 13.75 ft | 11,200 cfs |
| Jun 20, 2011 | 12.61 ft | 9,710 cfs |
More on Little White River
UpstreamLittle White River near Rosebud
DownstreamWhite River (NE-SD) near Oacoma
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