Silver Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Old Silver Lake Dam Lake Serene Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Silver Lake Dam, located in Frederick, Virginia, is a privately owned structure that serves primarily for recreation purposes.
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Summary
This earth dam stands at a height of 30 feet and spans a length of 340 feet, with a storage capacity of 489 acre-feet. Situated on Parish Run, the dam is under the regulatory oversight of the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation, ensuring state permitting, inspection, and enforcement protocols are met.
Despite its satisfactory condition assessment as of December 2017, Silver Lake Dam is categorized as having a high hazard potential. With a drainage area of 7.37 square miles and a surface area of 22 acres, this dam presents a critical responsibility in managing water resources and climate impacts in the region. The last inspection in 2017 indicated a need for regular monitoring and adherence to emergency action plans to mitigate risks associated with its use.
As climate change continues to influence water resource management, Silver Lake Dam serves as a focal point for conservation efforts and sustainable infrastructure practices in response to evolving environmental conditions. With its role in providing recreational opportunities and water storage capacity, the dam's significance underscores the importance of proactive measures in safeguarding both the community and the natural ecosystem surrounding it.
Dam Length |
340 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
Parish Run |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
22 |
Hydraulic Height |
30 |
Drainage Area |
7.37 |
Nid Storage |
489 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
30 |
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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.
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