Newark Reservoir Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateDelaware
CountyNew Castle
Nearest CityNEWARK
River/StreamWHITE CLAY CREEK-TR
Coordinates39.69292, -75.74555

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeGravity
NID Height70 ft
Dam Height70 ft
Dam Length6,000 ft
Year Completed2005 (21 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage1,582 acre-ft
Max Storage1,582 acre-ft
Normal Storage976 acre-ft
Surface Area32 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge180 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerCITY OF NEWARK
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection10/11/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDDE00104
Federal IDDE00104
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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