Rivers, Lakes and Waterways

A major state water provider receives the go-ahead from the state to tap more water from the Missouri River. WEB water is a rural water system service provider that serves thousands of customers in northeastern South Dakota.

South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks is confirming a new section of the Big Sioux River is infested with zebra mussels.

One particular barren hillside in Rapid City is more than just an unhealthy oddity in the Black Hills. Its erosion runoff could be a problem for Rapid Creek.

The Gilt Edge Mine in the Black Hills was abandoned years ago. Officials are still working to clean up the aftermath.

Black Hills National Forest officials will temporarily open dam valves on two lakes Friday, Sept. 8.

Beaver dams are crucial to the Black Hills landscape. If the furry engineer isn't around to put them up, humans can fill the niche with manmade mimics.

Water levels at Faulkton Lake are set to drop over the next month due to a dam repair project.

June 4, 2024: that’s the date Mitchell voters will vote on a $25 million loan to fund a dredge of Lake Mitchell.

While lower rainfall is a problem for many this summer, it’s actually a boon to water quality in the Big Sioux River.

Buddy Seiner talks about casting a wide net to create partnerships that value and care for South Dakota’s rivers and fish.