Newell
High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes
Location
| County | Santa Cruz |
| River/Stream | Newell Creek |
| Coordinates | 37.10350, -122.07420 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 182 ft |
| Dam Height | 182 ft |
| Dam Length | 750 ft |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 8,991 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 8,991 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 172 acres |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Water Supply |
| Owner | City of Santa Cruz |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Hazard Classification | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| Last Inspection | 03/18/2025 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Yes |