Roy Veit No.4 Reservoir Report
Nearby: B. Butler No.1 Tribe No.2
Last Updated: December 7, 2025
Roy Veit No.4 is a privately owned dam located in Ziebach, South Dakota, along the TR MOREAU river.
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Summary
Built in 1972 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this earth dam stands at a height of 25 feet and has a length of 335 feet. It has a storage capacity of 78 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 2,593 cubic feet per second. Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential and not currently rated for condition assessment, Roy Veit No.4 is regulated by the South Dakota Department of Environment and Natural Resources, with permits, inspections, and enforcement in place.
Situated within the St. Paul District of South Dakota, Roy Veit No.4 plays a crucial role in water resource management and flood control in the region. The dam is designed to provide protection against potential inundation events, with emergency action plans and risk management measures likely in place, although specific details are currently unavailable. The dam's location in a sparsely populated area further underscores the importance of its role in safeguarding local water resources and supporting environmental sustainability in the region. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Roy Veit No.4 serves as a fascinating case study of private dam ownership and regulation within the context of South Dakota's water management framework.
Year Completed |
1972 |
Dam Length |
335 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR MOREAU |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Nid Storage |
78 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
25 |
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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.
Roy Veit No.4