Spring Creek (SD) near Rockerville
South Dakota — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Pennington County, South Dakota on the Spring Creek (SD). Live water level data from USGS gauge 06407500, 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
12 ft
1,425 cfs
Moderate Flood
9 ft
1,000 cfs
Minor Flood
7 ft
320 cfs
Action Stage
6 ft
112 cfs
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
12 ft
Major Flood Stage. Extensive flooding along the creek with inundation of structures and roads.
9 ft
Moderate Flood Stage. Some inundation of structures and roads near the creek are possible.
8 ft
Yards begin to flood near creek.
7 ft
Minor Flood Stage. Minor flooding along the creek.
6 ft
Action Stage. Low lying areas along the creek 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 9, 1972 | 14 ft | 14,900 cfs |
| Jun 9, 1972 | 14 ft | 14,900 cfs |
| May 27, 2019 | 8.98 ft | 1,270 cfs |
| May 27, 2019 | 8.98 ft | 1,270 cfs |
| Jun 6, 2015 | 8.17 ft | 1,140 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
KSTS2
River
Spring Creek (SD)
County
Pennington, SD
Coordinates
43.9789°N, 103.3464°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Spring Creek (SD) near Rockerville?
The Spring Creek (SD) near Rockerville gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06407500) 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 Spring Creek (SD) near Rockerville?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Spring Creek (SD) near Rockerville is 7 feet. Action stage begins at 6 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 9 feet, and major flooding at 12 feet.
How do I get alerts when Spring Creek (SD) rises?
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Where is the Spring Creek (SD) near Rockerville gauge located?
The gauge is located in Pennington County, South Dakota at coordinates 43.9789°N, 103.3464°W. USGS site number: 06407500. 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.