Romey Irrigation Dam dam
Romey Irrigation Dam
Romey Irrigation Dam, located in Fall River, South Dakota, is a privately-owned structure that has been in operation since 1949. This earth dam stands at a height of 16 feet and spans 650 feet in length, providing essential water storage for the surrounding area. With a maximum storage capacity of 211 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 156 acre-feet, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region.
Situated on a tributary of Horsehead Creek, Romey Irrigation Dam is regulated by the South Dakota Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR). Despite being classified as low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment is currently listed as "Not Rated", indicating a need for further evaluation. While specific information regarding inspection frequency and emergency preparedness measures is not available, the dam continues to serve as a vital component of the local water infrastructure, supporting agricultural activities and water supply for the community.
As a key feature in the water management system of the area, Romey Irrigation Dam reflects the importance of maintaining and monitoring our water resources in the face of changing climate conditions. With its historical significance and ongoing role in water supply, this dam serves as a reminder of the interconnectedness between water infrastructure, climate resilience, and sustainable resource management.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
- Fair
- No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action.
- Poor
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency.
- Unsatisfactory
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
- Not Rated
- The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
- Significant
- Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
- Low
- Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
- Undetermined
- Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Romey Irrigation Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Horsehead Cr At Oelrichs Sd | · | → |
| Hat Cr Near Edgemont Sd | 0 cfs | → |
| Cheyenne R Below Angostura Dam Sd | 1 cfs | → |
| White R Nr Ne-Sd State Line | 7 cfs | → |
| Fall R At Hot Springs Sd | 37 cfs | → |
| Beaver Cr Near Buffalo Gap Sd | 5 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Romey Irrigation Dam.
Boat launches
- County Highway 6d Fall River County
- Fall River County
- Sheps Canyon Road Fall River County
- South Boat Ramp Road Fall River County
- Whitney Lake
Campgrounds
- Angostura State Rec Area
- Toadstool
- Toadstool Geological Park And Campground
- Crawford City Park
- Cottonwood Springs
- Roberts Tract Campground
Paddle runs
Track Romey Irrigation Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Romey Irrigation Dam
Where does the data for Romey Irrigation Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Romey Irrigation Dam.