Nix Number 2 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Nix Number 3 Dykstra Number 17
Last Updated: December 8, 2025
Nix Number 2 is a privately owned earth dam located in Jones, South Dakota, along the TR-WHITERIVER.
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Summary
Built in 1960, this dam stands at a height of 27 feet and has a storage capacity of 76 acre-feet. Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Nix Number 2 is regulated by the South Dakota Department of Environment and Natural Resources, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Nix Number 2 has not been rated for its condition assessment. It serves no primary purpose and does not have any associated structures. The dam's maximum discharge capacity is 1612 cubic feet per second, and it has a normal storage level of 62 acre-feet. While no emergency action plan or risk assessment has been prepared for this dam, its location in a rural area with low population density may contribute to its lower hazard potential rating.
Overall, Nix Number 2 presents an interesting case study for water resource and climate enthusiasts, highlighting the importance of state regulation and oversight in maintaining the safety and integrity of dams, even those with lower hazard potentials. With its location in a sparsely populated area and relatively small storage capacity, this dam offers insights into the complexities of managing and monitoring water infrastructure in diverse geographic settings.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
759 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
TR-WHITERIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
27 |
Nid Storage |
76 |
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.
Nix Number 2