Huot Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 12, 2025
Huot Dam, located in Clay, South Dakota, serves as a crucial structure in managing water resources in the region.
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Summary
Built in 1989, this earth dam stands at a height of 30 feet and has a storage capacity of 25 acre-feet. The dam helps regulate the flow of the tributary Vermillion River, with a maximum discharge capacity of 1500 cubic feet per second.
Managed by a private entity, Huot Dam is subject to state regulations and inspections to ensure its safety and efficiency. Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the dam is rated as not assessed for its condition. However, with a moderate risk assessment score of 3, there is a need for risk management measures to be put in place to mitigate any potential dangers associated with the dam.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Huot Dam represents a vital piece of infrastructure in the region's water management system. Its strategic location and design play a key role in maintaining water supply, flood control, and environmental stewardship in the area. As efforts continue to monitor and improve the dam's safety and effectiveness, it remains a critical asset for sustainable water resource management in South Dakota.
Year Completed |
1989 |
Dam Length |
200 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
TRIB. VERMILLION RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
30 |
Drainage Area |
1 |
Nid Storage |
25 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
30 |
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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.
Huot Dam