Greene Gene No.2 Reservoir Report
Nearby: England No.2 England #4
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Greene Gene No.2 is a privately owned earth dam located in Mellette, South Dakota, along the TR Cottonwood Offstream.
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Summary
Built in 1968, this dam stands at a height of 27 feet and has a maximum storage capacity of 53 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 38 acre-feet. The dam stretches 625 feet in length and has a low hazard potential, with a condition assessment that is currently unrated.
Managed by the South Dakota Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), Greene Gene No.2 is subject to state regulations, permitting, inspection, and enforcement. Though the dam has not been modified in recent years, it remains a vital structure for water resource management in the area. With a maximum discharge capacity of 310 cubic feet per second, the dam plays a crucial role in controlling water flow and preventing potential flooding events.
Despite its low hazard potential, Greene Gene No.2 serves as an important piece of infrastructure for the St. Paul District in South Dakota. The dam's presence ensures the safe and efficient management of water resources in the region, highlighting the significance of responsible dam ownership and maintenance in safeguarding against potential risks and promoting sustainable water management practices.
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Length |
625 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
TR COTTONWOOD OFFSTREAM |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
27 |
Nid Storage |
53 |
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.
Greene Gene No.2