Newfane Dam

Significant HazardPoor ConditionEmergency Action Plan: No

Location

CountyNiagara
Nearest CityNewfane
River/StreamEIGHTEENMILE CREEK
Coordinates43.27861, -78.70778

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeButtress
NID Height14 ft
Dam Height14 ft
Dam Length270 ft
Year Completed1912 (114 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage25 acre-ft
Max Storage25 acre-ft
Normal Storage25 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area75 sq mi
Max Discharge1,400 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeOther
OwnerJustin Schraft
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentPoor
Last Inspection05/12/2025
Emergency Action PlanNo

Identifiers

NID IDNY10226
Federal IDNY10226
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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