S.D. Codified Laws § 46-2A-17
Current with legislation signed by the governor on or before 3/6/2024
If a petition of intent to oppose the validation of a recognized vested water right claim is filed pursuant to § 46-2A-16, the Board of Water Management shall hear and determine the matter de novo. Further published notice is not necessary, but the parties shall be notified of the hearing by first class mail. If no petition opposing validation of the recognized water right claim is filed pursuant to § 46-2A-16, the board shall issue an order validating the vested right claim.
SDCL 46-2A-17