Choteau Creek near Avon, SD
Is Choteau Creek near Avon, SD flooding right now?
Choteau Creek near Avon, SD measured 1149.63 ft on 2026-09-11 01:15:00 UTC. That observation was 15.4 ft below its 1165 ft flood stage. This is the latest available reading, not a guarantee of current conditions.
Gauge height
1149.63 ft
Streamflow
37 cfs
Minor flooding here begins at 1165 ft, with major flooding at 1176 ft.
Flood stages at this gauge
| Category | Stage | Current distance |
|---|---|---|
| Action | 1162 ft | 12.4 ft below |
| Minor flood | 1165 ft | 15.4 ft below |
| Moderate flood | 1171 ft | 21.4 ft below |
| Major flood | 1176 ft | 26.4 ft below |
Nearby gauges
| Gauge | Distance | County |
|---|---|---|
| Ponca Creek at Verdel, Nebr. | 8.5 mi | Knox County |
| Missouri River below Ponca Creek near Verdel, Nebr. | 9.4 mi | Knox County |
| Lewis and Clark Lake at Springfield, SD | 12.1 mi | Bon Homme County |
| Missouri River at Niobrara, Nebr. | 12.1 mi | Knox County |
| Niobrara River at Niobrara, Nebr. | 12.3 mi | Knox County |
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Provisional data: Real-time readings are provisional and subject to revision by the USGS — sensors can be affected by ice, debris, or equipment malfunction. Do not rely on this site for decisions involving personal safety; follow official guidance from the National Weather Service and local authorities.