Silver Lake Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyHartford
Nearest CityBERLIN
River/StreamBELCHER BROOK
Coordinates41.58692, -72.76900

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height15 ft
Dam Height15 ft
Dam Length140 ft
Year Completed1920 (106 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage1,480 acre-ft
Max Storage1,480 acre-ft
Normal Storage1,480 acre-ft
Surface Area151 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge180 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerConnecticut DEEP
Owner TypeState
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection05/14/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDCT00254
Federal IDCT00254
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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