Major Flood
70 ft
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FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
68 ft
Minor Flood
65 ft
Action Stage
63 ft
What Floods at Each Level
70 ft
American Creek recreation area will flood.
68 ft
Some homes begin to be affected by flood waters.
66 ft
Water reaches the top of the boat ramps at American Creek camp ground, West Bridge, and Snake Creek East.
65 ft
American Creek marina just upstream of the gauge will begin flooding, and water reaches the top of the boat ramp near Buryanek camp ground.
63 ft
Camp grounds begin to flood.
62 ft
Water reaches the top of the boat ramps at American Creek marina, Elm Creek #3, Crow Creek, and Dude Ranch.
61 ft
Water reaches the top of the boat ramps at Boyer and Snake Creek West.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 7, 2011 | 75.08 ft | — |
| May 1, 1997 | 72.21 ft | — |
| Jun 1, 2019 | 71.08 ft | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Missouri River at Chamberlain?
The Missouri River at Chamberlain gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06442996) 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 Missouri River at Chamberlain?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Missouri River at Chamberlain is 65 feet. Action stage begins at 63 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 68 feet, and major flooding at 70 feet.
How do I get alerts when Missouri River rises?
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Where is the Missouri River at Chamberlain gauge located?
The gauge is located in Brule County, South Dakota at coordinates 43.8161°N, 99.3269°W. USGS site number: 06442996. 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, Observations courtesy of U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
- Gauge reading affected by reservoir operations.