70 mph measured gust 15 mi E of Polo
The South Dakota State University mesonet station 6 miles south of Rockham recorded a peak wind gust of 80 mph.
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A new roof is one of the larger home expenses. Asphalt shingles are the most affordable common option, metal costs more up front and often lasts longer, and tile or slate sit at the top of the range.
For Hand County, NOAA lists 12 hail reports (largest 2.75 in), 36 damaging-wind reports (up to 97 mph) and 0 tornado reports from January 2024 to June 2026. These count reports, not damaged roofs.
The South Dakota State University mesonet station 6 miles south of Rockham recorded a peak wind gust of 80 mph.
A National Weather Service employee traveling north of Miller observed 7 grain bins had been blown over or collapsed due to thunderstorm winds.
The Hand county emergency manager reports power lines down in Ree Heights. The South Dakota Department of Transportation mesonet station 1 mile north of Ree Heights recorded a peak wind gust of 112 mph.
Source: NOAA NCEI Storm Events Database, data through Jun 30, 2026. All storm reports for Wessington
| Job | Typical US range |
|---|---|
| Asphalt shingle roof replacement | $8,000 – $16,000 |
| Metal roof (panels) | $15,000 – $35,000 |
| Standing seam metal roof | $20,000 – $45,000 |
| Flat roof (TPO / EPDM), average home | $5,000 – $12,000 |
National planning ranges for an average ~2,000 sq ft home, not quotes. Local labor, roof pitch, layers to remove, materials and permits change the price.
For a roughly 2,000 sq ft home, asphalt shingles commonly run about $8,000 to $16,000 across the US, with metal and tile costing more.
It protects the home and can help a sale, but you rarely recover the whole cost. A leaking or worn roof can also complicate insurance and a sale.
Many cities and counties require a building permit for roof work; the roofing company normally pulls it. Ask who is responsible and request a copy. Check with the Hand County building department for local rules.
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