Apr 14, 2023
During early April, an unprecedented snow depth of 15 to 20 inches was recorded. However, a few weeks later, warmer temperatures triggered a rapid snowmelt that occurred over a span of four to five days in mid-April. This quick thaw led to extensive overland flooding in Traverse and Big Stone Counties, resulting in severe impacts to public and personal infrastructure. To protect their properties, residents took proactive measures by initiating sandbagging operations. Unfortunately, the floodwate
Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 1097640). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.
This event is one of many recorded floods in Big Stone County. See the full FEMA flood zone map, NFIP claim totals, and disaster history for the area.