Silverton Dam

UT to Crabtree Creek· Wake, North Carolina· Built 2000· Earth·
High Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Silverton Dam is classified as high hazard in North Carolina. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 years old. Its primary use is other. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam TypeEarth
Year Completed2000 (26 years old)
NID IDNC06171

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: February 9, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NCDEQ, DEMLR, Dam Safety Program

Ownership

Silverlake of Cary Community Association, Inc.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Silverton Dam?

Silverton Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Silverton Dam?

Silverton Dam is owned by Silverlake of Cary Community Association, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Silverton Dam built?

Silverton Dam was completed in 2000, making it 26 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 Silverton Dam?

Silverton Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Silverton Dam last inspected?

Silverton Dam was last inspected on February 9, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.