Major Flood
16 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 ft
Minor Flood
11 ft
Action Stage
9 ft
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.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 19, 1998 | 8.39 ft | 181 cfs |
| Feb 8, 2001 | 8.33 ft | — |
| Jun 11, 1999 | 8.23 ft | 132 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
SLNS2
River
Spearfish Creek
County
Lawrence, SD
Coordinates
44.2992°N, 103.8682°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Spearfish Creek near Lead?
The Spearfish Creek near Lead gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06430770) 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 near Lead?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Spearfish Creek near Lead is 11 feet. Action stage begins at 9 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 13 feet, and major flooding at 16 feet.
How do I get alerts when Spearfish Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Spearfish Creek near Lead 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 near Lead gauge located?
The gauge is located in Lawrence County, South Dakota at coordinates 44.2992°N, 103.8682°W. USGS site number: 06430770. 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.