Silver Lake Dam

Massachusetts — Norfolk County — Peters River

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyNorfolk
RiverPeters River
Coordinates42.05897, -71.46760

Physical Characteristics

NID Height10 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length250 ft
NID Storage560 acre-ft
Max Storage560 acre-ft
Surface Area42 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionJuly 6, 2022
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed—
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerTown of Bellingham

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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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