Major Flood
23 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
21 ft
Minor Flood
19 ft
Action Stage
17 ft
What Floods at Each Level
25 ft
Water reaches the bottom of the bridge.
23 ft
Major Flood Stage. Extensive flooding along the White River with inundation of structures and roads.
21 ft
Moderate Flood Stage. Some inundation of structures and roads along the White River are possible.
19 ft
Minor Flood Stage. Minor flooding along the river.
17 ft
Action Stage. Lowland flooding along the river.
15 ft
Bankfull. Water begins to overflow left bank.
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 15, 1967 | 23.61 ft | 3,270 cfs |
| Jun 20, 1947 | 23.5 ft | 5,200 cfs |
| May 15, 2015 | 22.65 ft | 6,920 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
WOGS2
River
White River (NE-SD)
County
Oglala Lakota, SD
Coordinates
43.2548°N, 102.8274°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of White River (NE-SD) near Oglala?
The White River (NE-SD) near Oglala gauge is maintained by USGS (site 06446000) 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 Oglala?
The NWS-defined flood stage for White River (NE-SD) near Oglala is 19 feet. Action stage begins at 17 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 21 feet, and major flooding at 23 feet.
How do I get alerts when White River (NE-SD) rises?
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Where is the White River (NE-SD) near Oglala gauge located?
The gauge is located in Oglala Lakota County, South Dakota at coordinates 43.2548°N, 102.8274°W. USGS site number: 06446000. 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.