Major Flood
1674 ft
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: MCKS2). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
1670 ft
Minor Flood
1666 ft
Action Stage
1664 ft
What Floods at Each Level
1674 ft
The higher banks on the north side of the creek overtop with flooding starting to head into Kennebec.
1670 ft
The higher banks on the south side of the creek overtop with significant rural flooding.
1666 ft
The lowest banks overflow with minor rural 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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About This Gauge
NWS LID
MCKS2
River
Medicine Creek (SD)
County
Lyman, SD
Coordinates
43.9004°N, 99.8656°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Medicine Creek (SD) near Kennebec?
The Medicine Creek (SD) near Kennebec gauge is maintained by USGS 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 Medicine Creek (SD) near Kennebec?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Medicine Creek (SD) near Kennebec is 1666 feet. Action stage begins at 1664 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 1670 feet, and major flooding at 1674 feet.
How do I get alerts when Medicine Creek (SD) rises?
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Where is the Medicine Creek (SD) near Kennebec gauge located?
The gauge is located in Lyman County, South Dakota at coordinates 43.9004°N, 99.8656°W. 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 South Dakota DANR
- Gauge reading may be affected by ice.