Major Flood
9 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
8.5 ft
Minor Flood
7.5 ft
Action Stage
7 ft
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.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 8, 1972 | 13 ft | — |
| Jun 1, 1997 | 8.38 ft | 1,180 cfs |
| Jun 23, 2015 | 8.28 ft | 1,100 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
RAVS2
River
Rapid Creek
County
Pennington, SD
Coordinates
44.0467°N, 103.3517°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Rapid Creek above Victoria Creek near Rapid City?
The Rapid Creek above Victoria Creek near Rapid City gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06412200) 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 Rapid Creek above Victoria Creek near Rapid City?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Rapid Creek above Victoria Creek near Rapid City is 7.5 feet. Action stage begins at 7 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 8.5 feet, and major flooding at 9 feet.
How do I get alerts when Rapid Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Rapid Creek above Victoria Creek near Rapid City 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 Rapid Creek above Victoria Creek near Rapid City gauge located?
The gauge is located in Pennington County, South Dakota at coordinates 44.0467°N, 103.3517°W. USGS site number: 06412200. 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 the USGS, Observations courtesy of the USACE
- USGS operates this gage on a seasonal basis. No data are available during winter months.