Van Collins #2 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Van Collons No.1 Ryno #2
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Van Collins #2 is a privately owned dam located in Mellette, South Dakota, along the TR Big White Offstream river.
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Summary
Built in 1935, this earth dam stands at a height of 16 feet and has a length of 1090 feet. With a storage capacity of 112 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 326 cubic feet per second, this low-hazard structure plays a crucial role in water resource management in the area.
Managed by the South Dakota Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), Van Collins #2 is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state. While the dam's condition has not been rated, it is considered to have a low hazard potential. Although the dam does not have an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place currently, it meets state guidelines and is equipped with emergency contacts for any unforeseen events.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the infrastructure of dams and their impact on water management will find Van Collins #2 to be a significant structure in South Dakota. With its historical construction, storage capacity, and state regulation, this dam contributes to the region's overall water management strategies and plays a vital role in maintaining water resources for the surrounding area.
Year Completed |
1935 |
Dam Length |
1090 |
Dam Height |
16 |
River Or Stream |
TR BIG WHITE OFFSTREAM |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
16 |
Nid Storage |
112 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
16 |
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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.
Van Collins #2