Major Flood
14 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
13.5 ft
Minor Flood
13 ft
Action Stage
11 ft
What Floods at Each Level
18.7 ft
Water covers the floor of the gage house.
14.5 ft
Hiking trail along Rapid Creek above Silver City begins to flood.
14 ft
Major flood stage. Extensive flooding along Rapid Creek with extensive inundation of structures and roads.
13.5 ft
Moderate flood stage. Some inundation of structures and roads near and along Rapid Creek above Pactola Dam.
13 ft
Flood stage. Water begins to approach Silver City Road around Silver City.
10 ft
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 |
|---|---|---|
| May 14, 1965 | 10.44 ft | 2,060 cfs |
| Jul 6, 2008 | 9.59 ft | 1,640 cfs |
| Jun 17, 1998 | 9 ft | 1,290 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
RSIS2
River
Rapid Creek
County
Pennington, SD
Coordinates
44.0847°N, 103.5805°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Rapid Creek at Silver City?
The Rapid Creek at Silver City gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06410500) 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 Silver City?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Rapid Creek at Silver City is 13 feet. Action stage begins at 11 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 13.5 feet, and major flooding at 14 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 Silver 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 at Silver City gauge located?
The gauge is located in Pennington County, South Dakota at coordinates 44.0847°N, 103.5805°W. USGS site number: 06410500. 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
- Gauge reading may be affected by ice.