Wildwood Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Wildwood Lake Dam, located in Watkinsville, Georgia, was completed in 1975 and serves primarily for recreational purposes.
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Summary
The dam is of Earth type with a height of 24 feet and a length of 510 feet, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 100 acre-feet. Situated on Calls Creek, the dam has a low hazard potential and has not been inspected since 1992, with its condition currently rated as "Not Rated." Despite being privately owned and not regulated by the state, the dam presents a moderate risk due to its age and lack of recent inspections.
The Wildwood Lake Dam's spillway is uncontrolled, and it has uncontrolled outlet gates. The surrounding area has a drainage area of 680 acres, with a surface area of 10 acres. The dam poses a moderate risk (rated as 3 out of 5) and has not been assessed for its emergency action plan preparedness or adherence to guidelines. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's lack of recent inspections and maintenance raises concerns about its long-term safety and resilience to potential climate-related impacts.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Wildwood Lake Dam presents an intriguing case study of a privately owned recreational dam in Georgia. With its unique design features and historical completion date, the dam highlights the importance of regular inspections and maintenance to ensure the safety and integrity of such structures in the face of changing environmental conditions. Further monitoring and risk assessment may be necessary to address potential vulnerabilities and enhance the resilience of Wildwood Lake Dam to future climate challenges.
Year Completed |
1975 |
Dam Length |
510 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
CALLS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Drainage Area |
680 |
Nid Storage |
100 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
24 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Apalachee River Near Bostwick
|
111cfs |
Middle Oconee River Near Athens
|
221cfs |
North Oconee River At College St
|
120cfs |
Oconee River Near Penfield
|
527cfs |
Middle Oconee River Near Arcade
|
191cfs |
Alcovy River Above Covington
|
96cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Wildwood Lake Dam