Hudson Co Dam is an earth dam located in Golden Valley County, North Dakota, built in 1957. It carries a Undetermined hazard potential classification.
Dam profile
NID height · 20 ft20 ft tall. Height is drawn to scale against a two-story house, about 25 ft; the profile is a generic embankment section and the water level is illustrative.
About Hudson Co Dam
The primary purpose of Hudson Co Dam is debris control. The dam is designed to catch sediment, rocks, and debris carried by flowing water — particularly important in areas prone to mudslides or heavy erosion. The dam is owned by Hudson Co (private). It impounds the Hootowl Creek.
The dam stands 20 feet tall, and has a maximum storage capacity of 66 acre-feet. Completed in 1957, the structure is well into its service life at over 50 years old.
Search for dams near your address to see all dams in your area with hazard classifications and safety data.
Location
| State | North Dakota |
| County | Golden Valley |
| River/Stream | Hootowl Creek |
| Coordinates | 47.20930, -103.85864 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 20 ft |
| Dam Height | 20 ft |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 66 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 66 acre-ft |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Debris Control |
| Owner | Hudson Co |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Hazard Classification | Undetermined |
| Condition Assessment | Not assessed |
| Emergency Action Plan | Not Required |
Identifiers
| NID ID | ND01153 |
| Federal ID | ND01153 |
| More Info | State Dam Safety Program |