Nielsen Number 1 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Booth Number 1 Styles Number 1
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Nielsen Number 1 is a privately-owned dam located in Jones, South Dakota, along the TR-BAD RIVER.
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Summary
Constructed in 1961 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this earth dam stands at a height of 26 feet and has a length of 292 feet. With a maximum storage capacity of 25 acre-feet and a normal storage of 16 acre-feet, Nielsen Number 1 plays a crucial role in water resource management in the area.
Managed by the South Dakota Department of Environment and Natural Resources, Nielsen Number 1 is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced to ensure safety and compliance with state regulations. The dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment. While no emergency action plan (EAP) is prepared yet, the dam meets regulatory guidelines and is continuously monitored for any potential risks or hazards.
In the event of any emergency, the dam operators are equipped to handle the situation effectively. With a maximum discharge capacity of 945 cubic feet per second, Nielsen Number 1 serves as a vital infrastructure for water storage and flood control in the region. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find Nielsen Number 1 an essential piece of infrastructure in the management of water resources in South Dakota.
Year Completed |
1961 |
Dam Length |
292 |
Dam Height |
26 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BAD RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
26 |
Nid Storage |
25 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
26 |
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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.
Nielsen Number 1