Vanocker Creek near Sturgis, SD
Is Vanocker Creek near Sturgis, SD flooding right now?
Vanocker Creek near Sturgis, SD measured 0.34 ft on 2026-09-11 00:50:00 UTC. That observation was 5.7 ft below its 6 ft flood stage. This is the latest available reading, not a guarantee of current conditions.
Gauge height
0.34 ft
Streamflow
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Minor flooding here begins at 6 ft, with major flooding at 9 ft.
Flood stages at this gauge
| Category | Stage | Current distance |
|---|---|---|
| Action | 5 ft | 4.7 ft below |
| Minor flood | 6 ft | 5.7 ft below |
| Moderate flood | 7 ft | 6.7 ft below |
| Major flood | 9 ft | 8.7 ft below |
Nearby gauges
| Gauge | Distance | County |
|---|---|---|
| Deadman Gulch at Sturgis, SD | 1.2 mi | Meade County |
| Bear Butte Creek at Sturgis, SD | 2.6 mi | Meade County |
| Bear Butte Creek at Avalanche Road at Sturgis, SD | 3.4 mi | Meade County |
| Bear Butte Creek near Galena, SD | 3.9 mi | Lawrence County |
| Bear Butte Creek near Deadwood, SD | 6.9 mi | Lawrence 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.