Major Flood
12 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
10 ft
Action Stage
8 ft
What Floods at Each Level
12 ft
Major Flood Stage. Extensive flooding along Spearfish Creek with inundation of structures and roads.
11 ft
Moderate Flood Stage. Some inundation of structures and roads along Spearfish Creek are possible.
10.5 ft
Flooding begins to affect buildings near the creek.
10 ft
Minor Flood Stage. Flooding occurs in the City Park.
9.5 ft
Right bank begins to overflow.
8.4 ft
Water flows over portions of bike path.
8 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 14, 1976 | 10.54 ft | 3,870 cfs |
| May 14, 1965 | 10.53 ft | 4,240 cfs |
| May 7, 1995 | 10.11 ft | 1,900 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
SFHS2
River
Spearfish Creek
County
Lawrence, SD
Coordinates
44.4825°N, 103.8616°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Spearfish Creek at Spearfish?
The Spearfish Creek at Spearfish gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06431500) 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 at Spearfish?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Spearfish Creek at Spearfish is 10 feet. Action stage begins at 8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 11 feet, and major flooding at 12 feet.
How do I get alerts when Spearfish Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Spearfish Creek at Spearfish 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 Spearfish Creek at Spearfish gauge located?
The gauge is located in Lawrence County, South Dakota at coordinates 44.4825°N, 103.8616°W. USGS site number: 06431500. 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, U.S. Geological Survey Hydrologic Imagery Visualization and Information System
- Gauge reading may be affected by ice.