Niemi No.2 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Niemi No.1 Niemi No.3
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Niemi No.2 is a privately owned earth dam located in Harding, South Dakota, along the Trib-S Fork Grand River.
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Summary
Constructed in 1957 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this dam stands at 22 feet in height and spans 440 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 67 acre-feet, it serves as a crucial water resource for the surrounding area.
Despite being categorized as having a low hazard potential, Niemi No.2 is regulated by the South Dakota Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR). The dam is subject to state jurisdiction, permitting, inspection, and enforcement, ensuring its safe operation and maintenance. While its condition is currently rated as "Not Rated," regular assessments and emergency action plans are essential components in the ongoing management of this vital water infrastructure.
With a maximum discharge capacity of 1680 cubic feet per second, Niemi No.2 plays a significant role in managing water flow and storage in the region. As climate change continues to impact water resources, the maintenance and regulation of dams like Niemi No.2 are crucial for ensuring water security and mitigating potential risks.
Year Completed |
1957 |
Dam Length |
440 |
Dam Height |
22 |
River Or Stream |
TRIB-S FORK GRAND RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
22 |
Nid Storage |
67 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
22 |
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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.
Niemi No.2