Silver Lake
California — Amador County — Silver Fork American River
Location
| State | California |
| County | Amador |
| River | Silver Fork American River |
| Coordinates | 38.66835, -120.12176 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 32 ft |
| Dam Height | 32 ft |
| Dam Length | 280 ft |
| NID Storage | 13,130 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 13,130 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 525 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | August 23, 2023 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1876 |
| Primary Purpose | Hydroelectric |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | El Dorado Irrigation District |
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.