Mud Creek Impoundment Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Bagley Dam Lowe Dam; Donald
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Mud Creek Impoundment Dam, located in Bowman, North Dakota, is a federal-owned structure managed by the Bureau of Land Management.
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Summary
This gravity dam, built on Mud Creek, has a hydraulic height of 19 feet and a structural height of 23 feet, with a total length of 533 feet. The dam has a normal storage capacity of 80.81 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 150 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 29.1 acres.
Despite being categorized with a low hazard potential and a satisfactory condition assessment, Mud Creek Impoundment Dam still presents a moderate risk level. The dam's uncontrolled spillway, 7 feet wide, can handle potential overflow events. The last inspection took place in November 2018, with a scheduled inspection frequency of every 5 years. Emergency action plans (EAP) and risk management measures for the dam are currently unlisted, indicating potential areas for improvement in safety protocols.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Mud Creek Impoundment Dam serves as a notable federal-owned structure designed to regulate water flow along Mud Creek. With its historical completion date and specific dam type and structure details, the dam provides a crucial role in managing water storage and potential flood risks in the region. Ongoing risk assessments and inspections help ensure the safety and integrity of the dam, highlighting the importance of proactive maintenance and emergency preparedness in water resource management.
Dam Length |
533 |
River Or Stream |
MUD CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Gravity |
Surface Area |
29.1 |
Hydraulic Height |
19 |
Nid Storage |
150 |
Structural Height |
23 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
23 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Mud Creek Impoundment Dam