OUR LAKE. OUR COMMUNITY.

Silver Lake Association of Madison NH

Neighbors working together to protect Silver Lake, understand its changing conditions, and care for the lake and its watershed for generations to come.

Our Mission

The mission of the Silver Lake Association of Madison is to:

01

Promote and protect the general welfare of Silver Lake and its environment

02

Monitor the quality of the water in Silver Lake

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Conduct programs to support an active and informed membership

04

Encourage the support of the Town of Madison in accomplishing these objectives.

About SLAM

Silver Lake Today

Latest observations from our lake

Water pH: 6.5

September 19, 2026

Surface Layer: 18 feet

September 19, 2026

Water Clarity: 23 feet (7 m)

September 19, 2026

Lake Condition: clear

September 19, 2026

Water Level: Normal

September 19, 2026

Water Temperature: ~69.4 F

September 19, 2026

What We Do

Local knowledge and volunteer effort put care for Silver Lake into action.

Lake Host

Boat inspections and boater education help prevent aquatic invasive species from entering or leaving Silver Lake.

Explore Lake Host

Water Monitoring

Regular sampling and testing help track changes in Silver Lake's water quality and build a long-term record of the lake's health.

Explore Water Monitoring

Lake Smart

LakeSmart

A free, voluntary program helping property owners make lake-friendly choices that protect water quality and wildlife habitat.

Learn About LakeSmart

Weed Watchers

Trained volunteers monitor the shoreline for invasive aquatic plants and help spot problems early.

Meet the Weed Watchers

Watershed Management

Watershed science and planning help identify actions that can protect Silver Lake for the long term.

Explore Watershed Management

AIS Remediation

SLAM maintains remediation plans, partnerships, and a fund to help respond if an aquatic invasive species infestation occurs.

About SLAM’s protection work

SLAM follows local and state issues that may affect Silver Lake and works with partners to help protect the lake and its watershed.

Learn about SLAM’s advocacy

LOOKING AT THE WHOLE WATERSHED

Protecting Silver Lake for the long term

Silver Lake is connected to the land and water around it. What happens throughout the watershed—from runoff and development to roads, septic systems, streams, and shorelines—can affect the health of the lake.

The Watershed Management Plan uses scientific analysis to identify priorities and practical actions for protecting Silver Lake over the long term. Visit the project page for information, meeting announcements, and updates.

Watershed Management Project

Caring for Silver Lake

A mallard duck resting in the grass near the shore.

Please don’t feed the birds

Help care for Silver Lake by letting ducks and geese find their own natural food. Feeding waterfowl can encourage them to congregate around swimming areas and can contribute to water-quality and swimmer’s-itch concerns.

A loon swimming with its chick on the lake.

Give the loons plenty of space

When boating, watch for the loon nesting buoy at the head of the lake and give the loons plenty of space.

Loon Preservation Committee

BE PART OF SLAM

A lake we care for, together

Join your neighbors in supporting Silver Lake. Become a member, lend a hand, or stay connected with SLAM news.