RIVER GAUGE · SPEARFISH CREEK
Spearfish Creek above Spearfish
Lawrence County, South Dakota
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Action6 ft1,340 cfs
Minor flood7 ft2,350 cfs
Moderate flood8 ft
Major flood9 ft
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What floods at each level
- 14 ft
Water levels approach Hwy 14A.
- 10 ft
Water approaches bottom of bridge crossing the creek off of Hwy 14A to homes.
- 9 ft
Major Flood Stage. Extensive flooding along Spearfish Creek with inundation of structures and roads.
- 8 ft
Moderate Flood Stage. Some inundation of structures and roads along Spearfish Creek are possible.
- 7 ft
Minor Flood Stage. Minor flooding directly along the creek.
- 6 ft
Action Stage and Bankfull Stage.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| May 7, 1995 | 7.42 ft | 2,890 cfs |
| Dec 17, 2008 | 6.53 ft | — |
| Jun 1, 2007 | 5.75 ft | 1,150 cfs |
More on Spearfish Creek
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