Major Flood
16 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
14 ft
Minor Flood
12 ft
Action Stage
10 ft
What Floods at Each Level
20 ft
Water crosses Highway 1804 at the gauge.
18 ft
Water reaches the bottom of the bridge on Highway 1804 at the gage.
12 ft
Significant agricultural flooding begins.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 11, 2019 | 21.15 ft | 23,200 cfs |
| Jul 5, 2011 | 14.65 ft | — |
| May 7, 1997 | 12.67 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
PCPS2
River
Platte Creek
County
Charles Mix, SD
Coordinates
43.3272°N, 98.9703°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Platte Creek near Platte?
The Platte Creek near Platte gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06452320) 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 Platte Creek near Platte?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Platte Creek near Platte is 12 feet. Action stage begins at 10 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 14 feet, and major flooding at 16 feet.
How do I get alerts when Platte Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Platte Creek near Platte 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 Platte Creek near Platte gauge located?
The gauge is located in Charles Mix County, South Dakota at coordinates 43.3272°N, 98.9703°W. USGS site number: 06452320. 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
- No forecasts are available for this location
- Gauge reading may be affected by ice.