Spearfish Creek above Spearfish
South Dakota — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Lawrence County, South Dakota on the Spearfish Creek. Live water level data from USGS gauge 06430900, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Major Flood
9 ft
Moderate Flood
8 ft
Minor Flood
7 ft
2,350 cfs
Action Stage
6 ft
1,340 cfs
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
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.
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 7, 1995 | 7.42 ft | 2,890 cfs |
| May 7, 1995 | 7.42 ft | 2,890 cfs |
| Dec 17, 2008 | 6.53 ft | — |
| Dec 17, 2008 | 6.53 ft | — |
| Jun 1, 2007 | 5.75 ft | 1,150 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
SPFS2
River
Spearfish Creek
County
Lawrence, SD
Coordinates
44.4017°N, 103.8944°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Spearfish Creek above Spearfish?
The Spearfish Creek above Spearfish gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06430900) 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 Spearfish Creek above Spearfish?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Spearfish Creek above Spearfish is 7 feet. Action stage begins at 6 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 8 feet, and major flooding at 9 feet.
How do I get alerts when Spearfish Creek rises?
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Where is the Spearfish Creek above Spearfish gauge located?
The gauge is located in Lawrence County, South Dakota at coordinates 44.4017°N, 103.8944°W. USGS site number: 06430900. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey