Major Flood
29 ft
Current Water Level
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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
27 ft
Minor Flood
26 ft
Action Stage
24 ft
What Floods at Each Level
29 ft
The road leading into Farm Island is flooded.
27 ft
Cabins at Farm Island State Park begin to flood.
26 ft
Camping areas at Farm Island State Park begin to flood.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 20, 2011 | 29.52 ft | — |
| Jan 18, 1996 | 24.69 ft | — |
| Oct 19, 2019 | 24.53 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
FRMS2
River
Missouri River
County
Hughes, SD
Coordinates
44.3342°N, 100.2650°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Missouri River at Farm Island?
The Missouri River at Farm Island gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06441595) 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 Farm Island?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Missouri River at Farm Island is 26 feet. Action stage begins at 24 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 27 feet, and major flooding at 29 feet.
How do I get alerts when Missouri River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Missouri River at Farm Island to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category.
Where is the Missouri River at Farm Island gauge located?
The gauge is located in Hughes County, South Dakota at coordinates 44.3342°N, 100.2650°W. USGS site number: 06441595. 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 affected by reservoir operations.