Ice jams and melting snow caused minor flooding in northwestern South Dakota. Several roads and culverts were damaged.
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Ice jams and melting snow caused minor flooding in northwestern South Dakota. Several roads and culverts were damaged.
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1 flood. Local standard time, as filed.
Minor flooding occurred along the Moreau River. The river gauge northwest of Faith crested at 16.37 ft, which is 0.37 ft above flood stage.
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