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North Fork Grand River (SD) near White Butte
South Dakota — Water Level & Flood Stage

Located in Perkins County, South Dakota on the North Fork Grand River (SD). Live water level data from USGS gauge 06355500, 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

12 ft

10,900 cfs

Moderate Flood

11 ft

8,375 cfs

Minor Flood

10 ft

6,275 cfs

Action Stage

8 ft

3,200 cfs

Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.

What Floods at Each Level

12 ft

Major flood stage. Extensive inundation of agricultural land and some roads along the Grand River may be impacted.

11 ft

Moderate Flood Stage. Some inundation of roads and agricultural land along the Grand River.

10.5 ft

Right bank will overflow.

10 ft

Flood Stage. Flooding of agricultural land.

8 ft

Action stage. Low lying areas along the Grand River begin to flood.

7 ft

Left bank will overflow.

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
Apr 7, 195217 ft21,500 cfs
Apr 7, 195217 ft21,500 cfs
Apr 12, 200913.3 ft13,000 cfs
Apr 12, 200913.3 ft13,000 cfs
Mar 1, 197812.08 ft

About This Gauge

USGS Site

06355500

NWS LID

GRAS2

River

North Fork Grand River (SD)

County

Perkins, SD

Coordinates

45.8022°N, 102.3624°W

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the current water level of North Fork Grand River (SD) near White Butte?

The North Fork Grand River (SD) near White Butte gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06355500) 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 North Fork Grand River (SD) near White Butte?

The NWS-defined flood stage for North Fork Grand River (SD) near White Butte is 10 feet. Action stage begins at 8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 11 feet, and major flooding at 12 feet.

How do I get alerts when North Fork Grand River (SD) rises?

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Where is the North Fork Grand River (SD) near White Butte gauge located?

The gauge is located in Perkins County, South Dakota at coordinates 45.8022°N, 102.3624°W. USGS site number: 06355500. 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 the USACE