Louder Number 2 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Louder Number 1 Chambliss Number 2
Last Updated: December 8, 2025
Louder Number 2 is a private dam located in Jones County, South Dakota, with a primary purpose of water resource management.
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Summary
Built in 1959, this Earth-type dam stands at a height of 27 feet and has a storage capacity of 96 acre-feet. It is regulated by the South Dakota Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) and is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement protocols.
Situated on the TR-Bad River, Louder Number 2 plays a crucial role in flood control and water supply management in the region. With a low hazard potential and a condition assessment of "Not Rated," this dam serves as a vital infrastructure for the local community. The dam has a maximum discharge capacity of 937 cubic feet per second and a normal storage capacity of 84 acre-feet.
Despite not being owned or funded by federal agencies, Louder Number 2 is an essential structure within the St. Paul District and is located in close proximity to Fort Pierre. Managed by private owners, this dam represents a significant piece of water resource infrastructure in South Dakota, contributing to the overall resilience of the local water system and ecosystem.
Year Completed |
1959 |
Dam Length |
492 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BAD RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
27 |
Nid Storage |
96 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
27 |
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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.
Louder Number 2