Vermillion River at Lake Thompson
Kingsbury County, South Dakota
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 1698 ft
218th St at the gage is overtopped.
- 1696 ft
Several structures around the lake will be at risk of flooding.
- 1695.08 ft
Record lake elevation reached in 2019 (using the NAVD88 elevation).
- 1694 ft
Portions of 211th and Twin Lakes Rd will be overtopped and water may approach some structures.
- 1693 ft
The lowest portions of 211th and Twin Lakes Rd near their junction may begins flood and most of the campgrounds north of Twin Lakes Rd will be flooded if Lake Henry levels are also elevated.
- 1691 ft
The lowest portions of some of the campgrounds north of Twin Lakes Rd begin to flood if Lake Henry levels are also elevated.
- 1690 ft
Some of the lowest lying areas around the lake begin to flood.
- 1688.6 ft
Outlet elevation of the lake (using the NAVD88 elevation).
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 7, 2019 | 1695.08 ft | — |
| Apr 24, 2011 | 1695.05 ft | — |
| Apr 12, 2020 | 1694.06 ft | — |
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