Mud Creek Impoundment Dam

MUD CREEK· Bowman, North Dakota· Gravity·
Low Hazard Federal Government

Key Takeaway

Mud Creek Impoundment Dam is classified as low hazard in North Dakota.

Physical Details

Dam Length533 ft
Dam TypeGravity
Max Storage150 acre-ft
Normal Storage81 acre-ft
Surface Area29 acres
NID IDND00486

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 7, 2018
State Regulated: No

Ownership

DOI BLM

Federal Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mud Creek Impoundment Dam?

Mud Creek Impoundment 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 Mud Creek Impoundment Dam?

Mud Creek Impoundment Dam is owned by DOI BLM (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Mud Creek Impoundment Dam last inspected?

Mud Creek Impoundment Dam was last inspected on November 7, 2018. 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.