Built in 1960 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam serves multiple purposes including fire protection, livestock watering, and small fish pond management. With a height of 15 feet and a storage capacity of 51 acre-feet, Fleming #2 sits on the TR-Sweeney Creek and covers a drainage area of 0.47 square miles.
Managed by the state regulatory agency DNRC, Fleming #2 has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment score of 3. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 100 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 740 cubic feet per second. While the condition of the dam is currently not rated, it undergoes regular state inspection, permitting, and enforcement to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations. Despite its private ownership, Fleming #2 plays a critical role in water resource management and climate resilience in the region.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
200 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SWEENEY CR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Drainage Area |
0.47 |
Nid Storage |
51 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
15 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Far West FAS
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Rosebud East FAS
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PUMPKIN CREEK RECREATION AREA
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