Creek SD

Buffalo Creek

South Dakota • 45.4705, -103.6007

Hydrography profile Updated Feb 1, 2026

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USGS and NOAA data is for informational purposes. Source notes

Length

172 mi

277 km

Elevation

3,177′ → 1,616′

1,560 ft drop

Stream Order

Large River

Slope

0.17%

9.1 ft/mi

Drainage

191 mi²

495 km²

Avg Flow

-- cfs

1.8 mph velocity

Classification

Tributary

Mid-reach

Elevation Profile

Water Quality

Data from EPA Water Quality Portal (USGS, EPA, state agencies).

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