Silver Lake Dam

Massachusetts — Worcester County — Miscoe Brook

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyWorcester
RiverMiscoe Brook
Coordinates42.19053, -71.65560

Physical Characteristics

NID Height16 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length190 ft
NID Storage161 acre-ft
Max Storage161 acre-ft
Surface Area25 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionMay 9, 2022
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1896
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerTown of Grafton

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About This Dam Record

Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.

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