Minor Flood
6 ft
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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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.
Action Stage
5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
11 ft
Water is higher than the top of the culvert at the gauging location and the road is overtopped
9 ft
The left bank overflows
6 ft
The right bank overflows
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 |
|---|---|---|
| May 5, 2007 | 8 ft | 300 cfs |
| Jul 12, 2011 | 7.38 ft | 137 cfs |
| Mar 31, 1997 | 7.27 ft | 389 cfs |
About This Gauge
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Moccasin Creek at Aberdeen?
The Moccasin Creek at Aberdeen gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06471770) 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 Moccasin Creek at Aberdeen?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Moccasin Creek at Aberdeen is 6 feet. Action stage begins at 5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at N/A feet, and major flooding at N/A feet.
How do I get alerts when Moccasin Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Moccasin Creek at Aberdeen 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 Moccasin Creek at Aberdeen gauge located?
The gauge is located in Brown County, South Dakota at coordinates 45.4706°N, 98.4540°W. USGS site number: 06471770. 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
- Stage may be affected by ice.