Newfield Township

14/08/2026

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We encourage all township residents who suffered flood damage due to the river flooding this April to see FEMA representatives at the village hall.

23/05/2026

Photos of the Newfield Township Veterans Memorial Garden at Hightower Lake Park.

21/05/2026

As Memorial Day approaches, we want to take a moment to talk about the Newfield Township Veteran's Memorial Garden at Hightower Lake park.

A hallowed ground for honoring the service of our Newfield Township veterans of all eras, the Garden has a memorial board that shows the names, branches, and dates of service of our local veterans.

If you wish to honor your Newfield Township Veteran, contact the Supervisor at [email protected]

Send a message to learn more

21/04/2026

GOOD NEWS!

The water has receded to the point that Newfield Township Officials have decided to reopen Oxbow Park effective immediately!

There is still water over the road coming into the park, and the ground is soft in places. Mercifully there does not appear to be any damage to the buildings or walkways in the park.

The water levels at the launches are still up so please exercise caution when going near.

Thank you for your patience as we navigated this historic flooding as a community.

17/04/2026

The danger of dam failure may have subsided but the downstream effects are still very much a problem.

Oxbow park will be closed until further notice. Officials will assess any damage and open the park when it is safe to do so.

Story by Allison Scarbrough, News Editor Photos by Rob Alway, Editor-in-Chief HESPERIA — The Hesperia Dam was seriously threatened by high waters of the raging White River in what Village Manager Mike Farber calls a “200-year-old flood,” but fortunately the structure survived what was likely t...

16/04/2026

REMINDER!!

OXBOW PARK IS CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE!!

Water is covering the road into the park and the south trail. There is standing and moving water in the park grounds.

The road is blocked with caution tape. Do not enter Oxbow Park for any reason!!

15/04/2026

ATTENTION!

Due to unsafe conditions and the potential of the failure of the Hesperia Dam, Oxbow Park will be closed to the public beginning at dusk this evening, April 15, 2026 until further notice.

The White River levels are still rising and may pose dangers to those visiting the park. Please do not venture out into the park!

Residents along the White River should stay tuned to official outlets from the Counties and National Weather Service concerning potential evacuation orders.

15/04/2026

ATTENTION TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS!!

Pay attention to water levels on the White River and keep an eye or ear out for further warnings.

BREAKING:⚠️The Hesperia dam MAY fail and a flash flood watch has been issued as a result for downstream portions of the White River in Oceana county.

Oceana county
Including the cities of Hart
217 PM EDT Wed Apr 15 2026
..FLASH FLOOD WATCH FOR THE POTENTIAL FAILURE OF HESPERIA DAM ON
THE WHITE RIVER IN EFFECT THROUGH THURSDAY MORNING...

* WHAT...Flash Flooding caused by a potential dam failure is possible at the Hesperia Dam.

* WHERE...A portion of west central Michigan, including the
following county, Oceana.

* WHEN...Through Thursday morning.

* IMPACTS...Dam failure may result in flash flooding of low-lying areas below the dam.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- Local officials and emergency management report water continues to rise rapidly on the White River in Hesperia. Water is currently flowing over the spillway of the Hesperia Dam, and may soon begin overtopping the dam itself. Water is already impacting the structure of the Divison Street bridge
upstream of the dam.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action should Flash Flood Warnings be issued.

Dam safety experts with state and local emergency services are monitoring the dam and will issue a public statement as conditions warrant. PLAN NOW so you will know what to do in an emergency. Keep
informed by listening to local radio and television for statements and possible warnings. Follow the advice of public safety officials.