Major Flood
13 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
11 ft
Minor Flood
9 ft
Action Stage
8 ft
What Floods at Each Level
13 ft
Major Flood Stage. Homes and property in the Green Valley area would be flooded. Several roads in Rapid Valley would be inundated.
11 ft
Moderate Flood Stage. Water approaches Anderson Road and may begin to flood homes in the Green Valley area. Other roads in Rapid Valley may be inundated.
10 ft
Water approaches Green Valley Drive near 53rd Street also known as Reservoir Road.
9 ft
Flood Stage. Minor flooding of agricultural land along Rapid Creek begins. Water begins to fill lower areas along Rapid Creek near Reservoir Rd, Green Valley Drive, and also along Anderson Road.
8 ft
Action stage. Water will begin to enter the lower portions of some yards along Rapid 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 |
|---|---|---|
| May 27, 2019 | 11.23 ft | 2,040 cfs |
| Jul 21, 2018 | 9.3 ft | 1,430 cfs |
| Jul 24, 2022 | 8.24 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
RCVS2
River
Rapid Creek
County
Pennington, SD
Coordinates
44.0267°N, 103.1011°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Rapid Creek above Water Reclamation Facility near Rapid City?
The Rapid Creek above Water Reclamation Facility near Rapid City gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06418800) 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 Water Reclamation Facility near Rapid City?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Rapid Creek above Water Reclamation Facility near Rapid City is 9 feet. Action stage begins at 8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 11 feet, and major flooding at 13 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 Water Reclamation Facility 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 Water Reclamation Facility near Rapid City gauge located?
The gauge is located in Pennington County, South Dakota at coordinates 44.0267°N, 103.1011°W. USGS site number: 06418800. 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
- Gauge reading may be affected by ice.