Upper Silver Lake
Key Takeaway
Upper Silver Lake is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1919 and is 107 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 27.6% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 38 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1919 (107 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00791 |
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
MAKEFIELD LAKES COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Upper Silver Lake?
Upper 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 Upper Silver Lake?
Upper Silver Lake is owned by MAKEFIELD LAKES COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Upper Silver Lake built?
Upper Silver Lake was completed in 1919, making it 107 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 Upper Silver Lake?
Upper 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 Upper Silver Lake?
Upper Silver Lake has a dam height of 15 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 Upper Silver Lake last inspected?
Upper Silver Lake was last inspected on June 18, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.