Silver Lake
Key Takeaway
Silver Lake is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1923 and is 103 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 8.3% in PA) |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 83 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1923 (103 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01588 |
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
TYLER HILL REALTY CORPORATION
Private
Nearby Dams
Barnes
Wayne, PA
Low Hazard 9 ftLovelass
Wayne, PA
High Hazard 20 ftBeaver Lake
Wayne, PA
High Hazard 30 ftDuck Harbor Pond
Wayne, PA
High Hazard 16 ftKellow Lake
Wayne, PA
High Hazard 16 ftBayly Pond
Wayne, PA
Low Hazard 12 ftVarcoe (Pa-415)
Wayne, PA
High Hazard 20 ftKeuster & Duanio (Pa-416)
Wayne, PA
High Hazard 14 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Silver Lake?
Silver Lake 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?
Silver Lake is owned by TYLER HILL REALTY CORPORATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Silver Lake built?
Silver Lake 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?
Silver Lake 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?
Silver Lake has a dam height of 10 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 last inspected?
Silver Lake was last inspected on July 11, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.