Hendricks Number 2

TR-WHITE RIVER· Jones, South Dakota· Built 1937· Earth· 23 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Hendricks Number 2 is classified as low hazard in South Dakota. It was completed in 1937 and is 89 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 23 ft (taller than 49.8% in SD)
Dam Length510 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage390 acre-ft
Normal Storage150 acre-ft
Surface Area28 acres
Drainage Area7 sq mi
Max Discharge630 cfs
Year Completed1937 (89 years old)
Year Modified2006
NID IDSD01641

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: November 4, 2009
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DANR

Ownership

TRAVIS HENDRICKS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hendricks Number 2?

Hendricks Number 2 is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Hendricks Number 2?

Hendricks Number 2 is owned by TRAVIS HENDRICKS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hendricks Number 2 built?

Hendricks Number 2 was completed in 1937, making it 89 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Hendricks Number 2?

Hendricks Number 2 serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Hendricks Number 2?

Hendricks Number 2 has a dam height of 23 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Hendricks Number 2 last inspected?

Hendricks Number 2 was last inspected on November 4, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.