RIVER GAUGE · RAPID CREEK
Rapid Creek above Victoria Creek near Rapid City
Pennington County, South Dakota
Water level5.39 ft
Flow34 cfs
Last readingSep 16, 2026, 4:45 PM UTC (last recorded)
Action7 ft455 cfs
Minor flood7.5 ft668 cfs
Moderate flood8.5 ft1,200 cfs
Major flood9 ft
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 12.9 ft
The right bank will overflow.
- 12 ft
Water will overflow the left bank and affect Dark Canyon road.
- 9 ft
Major Flood Stage. Extensive flooding along Rapid Creek with extensive inundation of structures and roads.
- 8.5 ft
Moderate Flood Stage. Some inundation of structures and roads near Rapid Creek are possible.
- 7.5 ft
Minor Flood Stage. Minor flooding along the creek.
- 7 ft
Action Stage. Water begins to flow over the lowest areas directly along the creek.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 8, 1972 | 13 ft | — |
| Jun 1, 1997 | 8.38 ft | 1,180 cfs |
| Jun 23, 2015 | 8.28 ft | 1,100 cfs |
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