Major Flood
1716 ft
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: PELS2). 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
1714 ft
Minor Flood
1713 ft
Action Stage
1712 ft
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About This Gauge
NWS LID
PELS2
River
Pelican Lake
County
Codington, SD
Coordinates
44.8647°N, 97.2117°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Pelican Lake near Watertown?
The Pelican Lake near Watertown 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 Pelican Lake near Watertown?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Pelican Lake near Watertown is 1713 feet. Action stage begins at 1712 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 1714 feet, and major flooding at 1716 feet.
How do I get alerts when Pelican Lake rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Pelican Lake near Watertown 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 Pelican Lake near Watertown gauge located?
The gauge is located in Codington County, South Dakota at coordinates 44.8647°N, 97.2117°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