Wildwood

CHASE GULCH· Park, Colorado· Built 1980· Earth· 16 ft tall
Low Hazard Water Supply Private

Key Takeaway

Wildwood is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is water supply.

Physical Details

Dam Height 16 ft (taller than 23.3% in CO)
Dam Length130 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage90 acre-ft
Normal Storage13 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area6 sq mi
Max Discharge1,174 cfs
Year Completed1980 (46 years old)
NID IDCO02520

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: July 23, 1996
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DWR

Ownership

WILDWOOD HOA (KENNETH NEU)

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Wildwood?

Wildwood is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Wildwood?

Wildwood is owned by WILDWOOD HOA (KENNETH NEU) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Wildwood built?

Wildwood was completed in 1980, making it 46 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Wildwood?

Wildwood serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Wildwood?

Wildwood has a dam height of 16 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Wildwood last inspected?

Wildwood was last inspected on July 23, 1996. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.