Salem No.2 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Salmen No.1 Oja No.2
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Located in Harding, South Dakota, Salem No.2 is a privately-owned earth dam that was completed in 1956.
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Summary
This structure spans 735 feet in length and stands at a height of 13 feet, with a maximum storage capacity of 60 acre-feet. Situated on the TR-South Fork Grand River, Salem No.2 serves multiple purposes such as flood control and irrigation for the surrounding area. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam has not been rated for its condition and lacks an emergency action plan.
Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Salem No.2 is subject to state regulation and inspection, ensuring its continued safety and compliance with environmental standards. The dam plays a crucial role in water resource management, providing essential water storage and flood protection for the region. With its strategic location and design, Salem No.2 serves as a vital piece of infrastructure in the ongoing efforts to mitigate the impacts of climate change on water resources in South Dakota.
As climate change continues to pose challenges to water resources, dams like Salem No.2 play a critical role in adapting to shifting hydrological patterns and ensuring water security for local communities. By maintaining and enhancing these structures, stakeholders can better prepare for extreme weather events and safeguard water availability for agricultural, industrial, and domestic use. As part of a comprehensive water resource management strategy, Salem No.2 exemplifies the importance of sustainable infrastructure in the face of a changing climate.
Year Completed |
1956 |
Dam Length |
735 |
Dam Height |
13 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SOUTH FORK GRAND RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
13 |
Nid Storage |
60 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
13 |
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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.
Salem No.2