Silver Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Kelleher Dam Reed Mill Pond Dam
Last Updated: December 20, 2025
Silver Lake Dam, located in Kingston, Massachusetts, is a concrete dam built in 1908 primarily for water supply purposes.
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Summary
The dam stands at a height of 8 feet with a hydraulic height of 4 feet, providing a storage capacity of 16,558 acre-feet. The structure spans 90 feet in length and is situated on the Jones River, overseen by the Department of Conservation and Recreation.
Despite its age, Silver Lake Dam is assessed to be in fair condition with a low hazard potential. The dam is state-regulated and undergoes regular inspections, with the last assessment conducted in August 2013. The risk assessment for the dam is moderate, indicating a need for ongoing monitoring and management to ensure its continued safety and functionality for water resource management in the region.
With its historical significance and vital role in water supply management, Silver Lake Dam serves as a key infrastructure for the community. Climate and water resource enthusiasts can appreciate the engineering marvel of this concrete structure and its importance in sustaining the ecological balance of the Jones River watershed in Plymouth County, Massachusetts.
Year Completed |
1908 |
Dam Length |
90 |
Dam Height |
8 |
River Or Stream |
JONES RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Concrete |
Surface Area |
602 |
Hydraulic Height |
4 |
Nid Storage |
16558 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
8 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Silver Lake Dam