RIVER GAUGE · SPEARFISH CREEK
Spearfish Creek near Lead
Lawrence County, South Dakota
Water level7.52 ft
Flow25 cfs
Last readingSep 16, 2026, 4:30 PM UTC (last recorded)
Action9 ft340 cfs
Minor flood11 ft
Moderate flood13 ft
Major flood16 ft
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 16 ft
Major Flood Stage. Water approaches house near the gage. Extensive flooding along the Creek with inundation of structures and roads.
- 13 ft
Moderate Flood Stage. Some inundation of structures and roads along the Creek are possible.
- 12.5 ft
Water reaches the bottom of the bridge.
- 11.7 ft
Water will begin affecting nearby roads including Highway 14A.
- 11.2 ft
The left channel will overflow into the floodplain.
- 11 ft
Minor Flood Stage. Minor flooding along the river.
- 9 ft
Action Stage. Nuisance flooding along the creek.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 19, 1998 | 8.39 ft | 181 cfs |
| Feb 8, 2001 | 8.33 ft | — |
| Jun 11, 1999 | 8.23 ft | 132 cfs |
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