East Silver
Key Takeaway
East Silver is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1944 and is 82 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 58% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 180 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 119 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 33 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1944 (82 years old) |
| NID ID | WI20065 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Fort Mccoy
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of East Silver?
East Silver is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates East Silver?
East Silver is owned by Fort Mccoy (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was East Silver built?
East Silver was completed in 1944, making it 82 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 East Silver?
East Silver 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 East Silver?
East Silver has a dam height of 19 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 East Silver last inspected?
East Silver was last inspected on July 29, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.