Hickson Dam

Red River· Clay, North Dakota· Built 1937· Other· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Water Supply Local Government

Key Takeaway

Hickson Dam is classified as low hazard in North Dakota. It was completed in 1937 and is 89 years old. Its primary use is water supply.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 60.6% in ND)
Dam Length100 ft
Dam TypeOther
Normal Storage452 acre-ft
Surface Area187 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1937 (89 years old)
NID IDND00182

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: May 10, 2016
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: ND DWR

Ownership

City of Fargo

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hickson Dam?

Hickson Dam 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 Hickson Dam?

Hickson Dam is owned by City of Fargo (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hickson Dam built?

Hickson Dam 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 Hickson Dam?

Hickson Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Hickson Dam?

Hickson Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Hickson Dam last inspected?

Hickson Dam was last inspected on May 10, 2016. 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.