Miller Bros. Reservoir Report
Nearby: Frank Gebracht Dutton Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Miller Bros.
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Summary
is a privately owned Earth dam located in Perkins, South Dakota, along the Tributary of the Moreau River. Constructed in 1960, this dam stands at a height of 21 feet and has a storage capacity of 51 acre-feet. With a maximum discharge of 200 cubic feet per second, Miller Bros. serves as a vital infrastructure for water resource management in the region.
Managed by the South Dakota Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), Miller Bros. is state-regulated and undergoes regular inspections, permitting, and enforcement to ensure its structural integrity and compliance with safety standards. Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential and not yet rated for condition assessment, the dam plays a crucial role in flood control, water supply, and environmental conservation efforts in the area.
While there are no associated structures or specific purposes listed for Miller Bros., its presence contributes to the overall resilience of the local water system and reflects the collaborative efforts between private owners and state agencies to safeguard vital water resources. As climate change continues to impact water availability and quality, the importance of well-maintained dams like Miller Bros. becomes increasingly evident in ensuring sustainable water management practices for future generations.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
380 |
Dam Height |
21 |
River Or Stream |
TRIB. MOREAU RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
21 |
Nid Storage |
51 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
21 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
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. Investigations and studies are necessary.
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.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams 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, environment 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.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Miller Bros.