Newburg dam
Newburg
Newburg, a quaint town in Wisconsin with a rich history dating back to 1848, is home to a Gravity dam constructed for recreational purposes on the Milwaukee River. The dam stands at a height of 11 feet and has a hydraulic height of 5 feet, providing a storage capacity of 54 acre-feet with a maximum discharge of 3,492 cubic feet per second. The dam, with a length of 150 feet and a spillway width of 125 feet, poses a significant hazard potential and is classified as having a moderate risk level.
Managed by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, the Newburg dam is under state regulation with permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place to ensure its safety and compliance with guidelines. The dam is located within the Congressional District 05 of Wisconsin and is surrounded by a serene environment that offers opportunities for recreation and enjoyment. Despite its age and historical significance, the dam's condition assessment is currently listed as "Not Rated", indicating a need for further evaluation and potential risk management measures to be implemented in the future.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts visiting Newburg can explore the dam's construction and learn about its impact on the surrounding area's water management and environmental conservation efforts. With its unique design and purposeful existence, the Newburg dam serves as a reminder of the importance of sustainable water resource management and the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety of both the structure and the community it serves. As a focal point for outdoor activities and recreational enjoyment, the dam contributes to the local economy and provides a picturesque setting for visitors to appreciate the beauty of the natural landscape.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
- Fair
- No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action.
- Poor
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency.
- Unsatisfactory
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
- Not Rated
- The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
- Significant
- Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
- Low
- Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
- Undetermined
- Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Newburg -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Cedar Creek Near Cedarburg | 92 cfs | → |
| Milwaukee River Near Cedarburg | 456 cfs | → |
| Little Menomonee River Near Freistadt | 4 cfs | → |
| Menomonee River At Menomonee Falls | 10 cfs | → |
| Little Menomonee River At Milwaukee | 19 cfs | → |
| Lincoln Creek At Sherman Boulevard At Milwaukee | 1 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Newburg.
Track Newburg in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Newburg
Where does the data for Newburg come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Significant hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Newburg.