Newman Lake Flood Control Dam

Washington — Spokane County — Thompson Creek

Location

StateWashington
CountySpokane
RiverThompson Creek
Coordinates47.77067, -117.08078

Physical Characteristics

NID Height13 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length8,400 ft
NID Storage11,300 acre-ft
Max Storage11,300 acre-ft
Surface Area1,200 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentPoor
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionJuly 14, 2017
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1976
Primary PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerNewman Lake Flood Control Zone District

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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.

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