Hudson CO Dam

Hootowl Creek· Golden Valley, North Dakota· Built 1957· Earth· 20 ft tall
Unknown Debris Control Private

Key Takeaway

Hudson CO Dam is classified as unknown in North Dakota. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is debris control.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 65.1% in ND)
Dam Length0 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage66 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1957 (69 years old)
NID IDND01153

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

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

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: ND DWR

Ownership

Hudson Co

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hudson CO Dam?

Hudson CO Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Hudson CO Dam?

Hudson CO Dam is owned by Hudson Co (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hudson CO Dam built?

Hudson CO Dam was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Hudson CO Dam?

Hudson CO Dam serves the following purposes: Debris Control. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Hudson CO Dam?

Hudson CO Dam has a dam height of 20 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.

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.