Little White River near Martin
South Dakota — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Bennett County, South Dakota on the Little White River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 06447500, 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
13 ft
1,158 cfs
Moderate Flood
11.5 ft
845 cfs
Minor Flood
10 ft
674 cfs
Action Stage
8 ft
471 cfs
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
13 ft
Major flood stage. Extensive inundation of structures and roads along the White River.
12 ft
Left bank will overflow.
11.5 ft
Moderate flood stage. Some inundation of structures and roads along the Little White River.
10 ft
Flood stage. Flooding of agricultural land begins.
9 ft
Right bank will overflow.
8 ft
Action stage. The Little White River will begin to flood 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 22, 2019 | 14.38 ft | 1,380 cfs |
| Mar 22, 2019 | 14.38 ft | 1,380 cfs |
| Jun 3, 1997 | 13.48 ft | 1,300 cfs |
| Jun 3, 1997 | 13.48 ft | 1,300 cfs |
| May 4, 1932 | 13.3 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
LITS2
River
Little White River
County
Bennett, SD
Coordinates
43.1669°N, 101.6327°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Little White River near Martin?
The Little White River near Martin gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06447500) 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 White River near Martin?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Little White River near Martin is 10 feet. Action stage begins at 8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 11.5 feet, and major flooding at 13 feet.
How do I get alerts when Little White River rises?
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Where is the Little White River near Martin gauge located?
The gauge is located in Bennett County, South Dakota at coordinates 43.1669°N, 101.6327°W. USGS site number: 06447500. 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.