Newfane Dam
New York — Niagara County — EIGHTEENMILE CREEK
Location
| State | New York |
| County | Niagara |
| River | EIGHTEENMILE CREEK |
| Coordinates | 43.27861, -78.70778 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 14 ft |
| Dam Height | 14 ft |
| Dam Length | 270 ft |
| NID Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| EAP Status | No |
| Last Inspection | May 12, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | 4 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1912 |
| Primary Purpose | Other |
| Dam Type | Buttress |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Justin Schraft |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.