Is the Boxelder Creek flooding?

South Dakota · 4 gauges · South Dakota river levels

The Boxelder Creek is tracked by 4 USGS streamgauges in South Dakota. This page compares each gauge’s live water level against its official National Weather Service flood stage, refreshed every 15 minutes, so you can tell whether the Boxelder Creek is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 2 of 4 gauges have both a usable water-level reading and a published minor flood stage. Gauges without a published flood stage show water level and flow only. For nearby rivers, see all South Dakota river levels.

data refreshed 7 min ago

Readings may be delayed; check each observation time below. This gauge summary does not rule out flooding on unmonitored stretches or nearby streets.

River facts

The longest-running gauge on this river is Boxelder Creek near Nemo, SD. The highest level ever recorded there was 20.40 ft on 9 June 1972, carrying 30,100 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1907 (62 annual peaks). It is currently at 1.04 ft, 19.4 ft below that record.

Drains 94 sq mi · gauge elevation 4,322 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
Boxelder Creek near Nemo, SDNo flooding1.04 ft8 ft
Boxelder Creek near Rapid City, SDNo flooding29.70 ft33.5 ft
Boxelder Creek at I-90 Service Rd near Box Elder, SDNo current data
Boxelder Creek at 151St Ave near Box Elder, SDNo current data
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.