Silver Lake Dam
Connecticut — Hartford County — BELCHER BROOK
Location
| State | Connecticut |
| County | Hartford |
| River | BELCHER BROOK |
| Coordinates | 41.58692, -72.76900 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 15 ft |
| Dam Height | 15 ft |
| Dam Length | 140 ft |
| NID Storage | 1,480 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 1,480 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 151 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | May 14, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | 2 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1920 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | State |
| Owner | Connecticut DEEP |
| Other Name | Silver Lake |
Location Map
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.