Newburgh Dam
Key Takeaway
Newburgh Dam is classified as high hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1933 and is 93 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 88.4% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 1.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 820 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 114 acres |
| Drainage Area | 61 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,586 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1933 (93 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00396 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Wayne County Dpt of Public Services
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Newburgh Dam?
Newburgh Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Newburgh Dam?
Newburgh Dam is owned by Wayne County Dpt of Public Services (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Newburgh Dam built?
Newburgh Dam was completed in 1933, making it 93 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Newburgh Dam?
Newburgh Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Newburgh Dam?
Newburgh Dam has a dam height of 29 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Newburgh Dam last inspected?
Newburgh Dam was last inspected on January 28, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.