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Weight Restriction Lifted - Strandahl Township - 6/15/2021

Effective 6/15/2021 at 7:40 am, Strandahl Township has lifted the NO OVERWEIGHT restriction on their Township roads. Roads will now return to the regular restriction by legal weight (105,500 lbs), unless otherwise marked.

Road Opened - 70th St NW - 6/14/2021

Effective 6/14/2021 at 3:15 pm, the powerlines have been repaired on 70th St NW in Golden Valley Township and the 2 miles between 112th Ave NW east to 110th Ave NW (CR 19) are now open for travel.

Road Closed - 70th St NW - 6/11/2021

Update 6/14 @ 3:15 pm: The powerlines have been repaired on 70th St NW in Golden Valley Township and the 2 miles between 112th Ave NW east to 110th Ave NW (CR 19) are now open for travel. --Original post below-- 70th ST NW in Golden Valley Township will be CLOSED from 112th Ave NW...

Weight Restriction - Strandahl Township - 6/11/2021

Effective 6/15/2021 at 7:40 am, Strandahl Township has lifted the NO OVERWEIGHT restriction on their Township roads. Roads will now return to the regular restriction by legal weight (105,500 lbs), unless otherwise marked. --Original post below-- Effective at 8:05 am on 6/11/2021, Strandahl Township has restricted their township roads to NO OVERWEIGHT travel until further...

Road Open - CR 6 - 6/10/2021

Effective at 5 pm, CR 6 (58the St NW) that was crossing the Epping/Springbrook bridge has been re-opened. Please travel with care as construction is still ongoing and there are workers in the area.

Important dates for 2021 4th of July at Blacktail Dam

Planning on camping at Blacktail Dam for 4th of July weekend? Here's what you need to know: All campers (excluding seasonal) must vacate their campsite by 5 pm on Sunday, June 20th Check-in for 4th of July holiday camping will begin on June 21 at 9 am. Campers are limited to a 14 night stay...

Williams County receives CUP amendment applications relating to TENORM disposal

The Williams County Planning and Zoning Division has recently received two applications related to the disposal of Technologically Enhanced Naturally Occurring Radioactive Material (TENORM). WISCO, Inc and Secure Energy Services USA, LLC have each submitted an application to amend their existing Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for their Special Waste Landfills in operation. The amendment would...

Can I use my grill or fire table when the burn restriction is in effect?

Device controlled fires, such as those from a grill, fire table, or gas camp stove, are not addressed under the burn restriction, but the operator should always practice proper fire prevention. They should be located on a hard, non-organic surface at least 15 feet away from vegetation and a fire extinguisher or water should be...

Can I have a campfire when the burn restriction is in effect?

Campfires, even if they are in a fire ring, are *not* permitted when the Williams County Burn Restriction is in effect. For more information about the Burn Restriction, please visit the Burning in Williams County webpage. There may be additional localized restrictions, so it is always best to contact your local fire district for more...

When is the burn restriction in effect?

The Williams County Burn Restriction is in effect from March 18, 2025, through December 31, 2025, when the North Dakota Rangeland Fire Danger Rating is at the Very High, or Extreme category for Williams County and/or a Red Flag Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service for Williams County. Visit the Burning in Williams...

Road Closed - CR 6 - 6/8/21

Update: 6/10/21 - CR 6 (58TH ST NW) THAT WAS CLOSED CROSSING THE SPRINGBROOK BRIDGE HAS BEEN RE-OPENED. PLEASE TRAVEL WITH CARE AS CONTRUCTION IS STILL ONGOING AND THERE ARE WORKERS IN THE AREA. THANK YOU. -------- Effective Tuesday, June 8th, Williams County will be closing a portion of County Road 6 (58th St NW)...

5/17/2021: Sheriff’s Office responds to drowning in the Little Muddy River

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 18, 2021 For more information, contact: Williams County Sheriff’s Office 701-577-7700 sheriff@co.williams.nd.us Sheriff’s Office responds to drowning in the Little Muddy River Williston, N.D., (May 18, 2021) – On May 17, 2021, the Williams County Sheriff’s Office responded to a reported drowning in the Little Muddy River near 135th...

5/12/2021: Sheriff’s Office makes arrest of 28-year-old male for Gross Sexual Imposition

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 18, 2021 For more information, contact: Williams County Sheriff’s Office 701-577-7700 sheriff@co.williams.nd.us Sheriff’s Office makes arrest of 28-year-old male for Gross Sexual Imposition Williston, N.D., (May 18, 2021) – On May 12, 2021, the Williams County Sheriff’s Office received a report of sexual abuse of a minor female. After...

5/6/2021: Sheriff’s Office arrests 34-year-old male for Gross Sexual Imposition

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 18, 2021 For more information, contact: Williams County Sheriff’s Office 701-577-7700 sheriff@co.williams.nd.us Sheriff’s Office arrests 34-year-old male for Gross Sexual Imposition Williston, N.D., (May 18, 2021) – On May 6, 2021, the Williams County Sheriff’s Office received a report of sexual abuse of a minor female. After investigating the...

5/13/2021: Deputies on the lookout for youth in safety helmets

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 13, 2021 For more information, contact: Williams County Sheriff’s Office 701-577-7700 sheriff@co.williams.nd.us Deputies on the lookout for youth in safety helmets Williston, N.D., (May 13, 2021) – While on patrol this summer, deputies from the Williams County Sheriff’s Office will be on the lookout for youth wearing a safety helmet while...

Scorio Township

Position Name Phone Supervisor Chairman Trevor Swenson 701-770-0210 Supervisor James Bratlien 701-641-0020 Supervisor Don Gunlikson 701-570-2106 Clerk- Treasurer Vicki Swenson 701-570-3906

How can I submit an anonymous tip about a crime?

The Williams County Sheriff’s Office is a participating agency in NDTip, a service that enables citizens to submit anonymous tips about crimes, suspicious activity, or non-emergency traffic concerns. Citizens can submit tips for activity anywhere within the County. Tips will be forwarded to the appropriate law enforcement agency if they are for locations outside of...

Tick Prevention

About Ticks Ticks can be found in some areas year round, but are most ticks are active in warmer months (April through September). Commonly found ticks in western North Dakota include the American Dog Tick and the Brown Dog Tick. Below you will find helpful information about detecting ticks, avoiding ticks, and preventing tick bites...

COVID-19 State of Emergency Declaration

A temporary State of Emergency Declaration was signed on March 31, 2020, by Williams County Commission Chairman Steve Kemp. On April 7, 2020, the Williams County Commission signed an extended declaration that remains in effect. Effective May 4, 2021, the declaration has been terminated.

Williams County Sheriff's Office announces participation in NDTip

In partnership with the North Dakota Department of Human Services and the North Dakota Sheriff’s and Deputies Association, the Williams County Sheriff’s Office is proud to announce its participation in a new anonymous tip system to connect citizens with law enforcement. Read the full press release here or visit the Sheriff's Office NDTip webpage.

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