Sunday Gulch near Hill City
Pennington County, South Dakota
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 11.7 ft
Spring Creek completely covers Needles Highway.
- 11 ft
Major flood stage. Major and extensive flooding downstream in Hill City.
- 10.9 ft
Water from Spring Creek begins to flood portions of Needles Highway.
- 9 ft
Moderate Flood Stage. Some inundation of structures and roads are possible downstream in Hill City.
- 7.2 ft
Water overflows both the left and right bank with water reaching the gage house footings.
- 7 ft
Minor Flood Stage. Minor flooding of pasture land. The river begins to spread out. Minor flooding may begin downstream in Hill City.
- 6 ft
Action Stage. The lowest areas along the left bank begins to flood.
- 5.8 ft
Water begins to overflow the left bank near the gage.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| May 27, 2019 | 7.15 ft | 156 cfs |
| May 23, 2015 | 6.25 ft | 104 cfs |
| Jun 17, 1998 | 5.89 ft | 91 cfs |
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