Silver Lake Dam - Milford

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateDelaware
CountyKent
Nearest CityMILFORD
River/StreamMISPILLION RIVER
Coordinates38.91133, -75.43304

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeGravity
NID Height13 ft
Dam Height13 ft
Dam Length750 ft
Year Completed1964 (62 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage520 acre-ft
Max Storage520 acre-ft
Normal Storage377 acre-ft
Surface Area32 acres
Drainage Area26 sq mi
Max Discharge5,040 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFish and Wildlife Pond
OwnerDNREC DFW
Owner TypeState
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection10/10/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDDE00041
Federal IDDE00041
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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