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 ft
Minor Flood
7 ft
Action Stage
6.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
9 ft
Major Flood Stage. Extensive flooding along Rapid Creek with inundation of structures and roads.
8 ft
Moderate Flood Stage. Some inundation of structures and roads along Rapid Creek are possible.
7 ft
Minor Flood Stage. Minor flooding along the river begins.
6.5 ft
Action stage. The lowest areas along the river begin to flood.
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 23, 2015 | 7.43 ft | 832 cfs |
| Jun 25, 1915 | 6.9 ft | 616 cfs |
| May 30, 2019 | 6.76 ft | 637 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
BIGS2
River
Rapid Creek
County
Pennington, SD
Coordinates
44.0550°N, 103.4171°W
Get Flood Alerts for Rapid Creek
StormCast monitors this gauge and sends a push notification to your phone when the water level crosses into a new flood category — even at 3 AM.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Rapid Creek at Big Bend?
The Rapid Creek at Big Bend gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06412000) 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 at Big Bend?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Rapid Creek at Big Bend is 7 feet. Action stage begins at 6.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 8 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 at Big Bend 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 at Big Bend gauge located?
The gauge is located in Pennington County, South Dakota at coordinates 44.0550°N, 103.4171°W. USGS site number: 06412000. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Rapid Creek above Water Reclamation Facility near Rapid City
Rapid Creek at Founders Park
On This River
Upstream: Rapid Creek above Johnson Siding
Downstream: Rapid Creek above Victoria Creek near Rapid City
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
- USGS operates this gage on a seasonal basis. No data are available during winter months.