Silver Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Silver Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in New Jersey. It was completed in 1923 and is 103 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 91.5% in NJ) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 26 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 400 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1923 (103 years old) |
| NID ID | NJ00934 |
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
PSE&G
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Silver Lake Dam?
Silver Lake Dam 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 Silver Lake Dam?
Silver Lake Dam is owned by PSE&G (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Silver Lake Dam built?
Silver Lake Dam was completed in 1923, making it 103 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 Silver Lake Dam?
Silver Lake Dam 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 Silver Lake Dam?
Silver Lake Dam has a dam height of 31 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 Silver Lake Dam last inspected?
Silver Lake Dam was last inspected on September 14, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.