Wildwood #2 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Wildwood #2 is a private dam located in Bradley, Tennessee, along the Wildwood Spring river.


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Summary

Built in 1930, this earth dam stands at a height of 23 feet with a hydraulic height of 18.5 feet and a length of 1018 feet. With a storage capacity of 156 acre-feet and a drainage area of 0.55 square miles, Wildwood #2 serves as a significant water resource in the region.

Managed by the Tennessee Safe Dams Program, Wildwood #2 has been deemed to have a significant hazard potential but is in satisfactory condition as of the last inspection in October 2019. The dam does not have controlled spillways or outlet gates, posing a potential risk in case of emergencies. Despite its moderate risk assessment rating, the dam meets regulatory requirements for state inspection, permitting, and enforcement, ensuring its continued safe operation for water supply and climate management in the area.

Enthusiasts of water resources and climate management will find Wildwood #2 an intriguing structure to study, given its historical significance, engineering design, and impact on the surrounding environment. As a key feature in the local water infrastructure, understanding the operations and maintenance of Wildwood #2 is crucial for ensuring the resilience and sustainability of water resources in Bradley, Tennessee, and beyond.

Year Completed

1930

Dam Length

1018

River Or Stream

WILDWOOD SPRING

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

17

Hydraulic Height

18.5

Drainage Area

0.55

Nid Storage

156

Structural Height

23

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

23
       
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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.