Wildwood Lake Dam No. 1 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 17, 2025
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Summary
1, located in Putnam, Indiana, is a privately owned earth dam completed in 1975 for recreational purposes. With a height of 21.5 feet and a hydraulic height of 27 feet, this dam creates a surface area of 2.2 acres and has a drainage area of 0.11 square miles. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment in 2014 was deemed unsatisfactory, highlighting the need for further inspection and potential maintenance.
The dam's primary purpose is for recreation, and it impounds a maximum storage of 24 acre-feet, with normal storage at 17 acre-feet. The dam is associated with an unnamed tributary of Deer Creek and is regulated by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources. Although there are no outlet gates or locks associated with the structure, the spillway type is uncontrolled. The last inspection in 2014 revealed a moderate risk level, indicating the importance of ongoing risk management and potential updates to the emergency action plan in order to ensure the safety and integrity of the dam.
While Wildwood Lake Dam No. 1 provides recreational opportunities for visitors, its condition assessment and risk level signal the importance of continued monitoring and maintenance. With a history dating back to 1975, this earth dam serves as a vital resource within the local water infrastructure, requiring attention to ensure its long-term sustainability and safety for both the surrounding community and the environment.
Year Completed |
1975 |
Dam Length |
250 |
Dam Height |
21.5 |
River Or Stream |
UNNAMED TRIBUTARY DEER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2.2 |
Hydraulic Height |
27 |
Drainage Area |
0.11 |
Nid Storage |
24 |
Structural Height |
27 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
27 |
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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.
Wildwood Lake Dam No. 1