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Flood — Faulk, SD

Apr 10, 2023

The snowfall during the season in northeast and central South Dakota exceeded normal levels, with many locations ranking among the top 10 for the snowiest seasons. Additionally, the late spring conditions were unusually cold, resulting in a persistent and exceptionally deep snowpack until early April. The depth of the snowpack ranged from 15 to 30 plus inches, containing approximately 4 to 8 inches of snow water equivalent. However, the weather pattern shifted to abnormally warm conditions in th

Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 1097415). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.

Flood Risk Context for Faulk, SD

This event is one of many recorded floods in Faulk County. See the full FEMA flood zone map, NFIP claim totals, and disaster history for the area.

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