Wildwood Country Club Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Wildwood Country Club Dam, also known as Wildwood Country Club Lake, is a private dam located in Jefferson County, Kentucky, near the city of Newburg.


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Built in 1951 by designer George Bichoff, this earth dam stands at 18 feet high and spans 250 feet in length. Its primary purpose is for recreation, offering a surface area of 4.6 acres and a storage capacity of 138 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 33.6 acre-feet.

Situated along Fern Creek, Wildwood Country Club Dam is regulated by the Kentucky Division of Water and undergoes regular state inspections, with the last one conducted in April 2012. Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, the dam's condition is currently not rated. With its uncontrolled spillway and lack of associated structures, the dam poses a recreational attraction with minimal risk to surrounding areas. Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate the engineering and maintenance efforts that go into managing this private dam for the enjoyment of local residents and visitors alike.

As part of the Louisville District, Wildwood Country Club Dam does not fall under the jurisdiction of the US Army Corps of Engineers. Its location in a picturesque setting and its historical significance as a recreational facility make it a noteworthy landmark in the region. With a focus on safety and maintenance, the dam continues to serve its purpose of providing a tranquil oasis for water enthusiasts in the Newburg-area of Kentucky.

Year Completed

1951

Dam Length

250

Dam Height

18

River Or Stream

FERN CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

4.6

Drainage Area

3.6

Nid Storage

138

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

18
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.