Major Flood
19 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
18 ft
Minor Flood
15 ft
Action Stage
13 ft
What Floods at Each Level
19 ft
Major flood stage. Extensive flooding along the creek with inundation of structures and roads. Water may flow over Highway 18 west of Oglala.
18 ft
Moderate Flood Stage. Some inundation of structures and roads near the creek are possible.
15 ft
Flood Stage. Minor flooding along the White River from the Nebraska/South Dakota state line to Highway 18.
13.5 ft
Low land flooding along the White River from the Nebraska State Line to Hwy 18.
13 ft
Action Stage. Low land flooding along the river.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| May 15, 2015 | 20.11 ft | 4,520 cfs |
| Mar 20, 2019 | 19.91 ft | 4,560 cfs |
| May 11, 1991 | 19.07 ft | 3,820 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
NEBS2
River
White River (NE-SD)
County
Oglala Lakota, SD
Coordinates
43.0131°N, 102.8353°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of White River (NE-SD) near Nebraska-South Dakota State Line?
The White River (NE-SD) near Nebraska-South Dakota State Line gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06445685) 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 White River (NE-SD) near Nebraska-South Dakota State Line?
The NWS-defined flood stage for White River (NE-SD) near Nebraska-South Dakota State Line is 15 feet. Action stage begins at 13 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 18 feet, and major flooding at 19 feet.
How do I get alerts when White River (NE-SD) rises?
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Where is the White River (NE-SD) near Nebraska-South Dakota State Line gauge located?
The gauge is located in Oglala Lakota County, South Dakota at coordinates 43.0131°N, 102.8353°W. USGS site number: 06445685. 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.