Wildwood Lake
Key Takeaway
Wildwood Lake is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 37.7% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 445 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 724 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 290 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 67 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00157 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
WILDWOOD PARK OUTING CLUB, INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wildwood Lake?
Wildwood Lake is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Wildwood Lake?
Wildwood Lake is owned by WILDWOOD PARK OUTING CLUB, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wildwood Lake built?
Wildwood Lake was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Lake?
Wildwood Lake serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Wildwood Lake?
Wildwood Lake has a dam height of 18 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 Lake last inspected?
Wildwood Lake was last inspected on November 24, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.