Barton Number 2 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Sanderson Number 2 Barton Number 1
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Barton Number 2 is a privately owned earth dam located in Jones, South Dakota, along the TR-BAD River.
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Summary
Constructed in 1958 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this dam stands at a height of 27 feet and has a length of 630 feet. It serves the primary purpose of water resource management, with a storage capacity of 111 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 1449 cubic feet per second.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Barton Number 2 is regulated by the South Dakota Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) and undergoes regular state inspection, permitting, and enforcement. The dam has not been rated for its condition assessment, but it meets state jurisdiction and regulatory requirements. Emergency action plans and risk assessments are currently not documented for this dam, although it is equipped with outlet gates for controlled water release.
Overall, Barton Number 2 plays a crucial role in water management in the region, providing storage for 83 acre-feet of water for agricultural and environmental purposes. With its strategic location and state oversight, this dam ensures the sustainable utilization of water resources along the TR-BAD River while maintaining low risk to surrounding communities and ecosystems.
Year Completed |
1958 |
Dam Length |
630 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BAD RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
27 |
Nid Storage |
111 |
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.
Barton Number 2