A & O Farm Pond dam
A & O Farm Pond
A & O Farm Pond, also known as W. H. Haas Pond, is a private recreational water resource located in Wood County, West Virginia. This Earth dam structure was completed in 1971 and has a height of 35 feet, providing a maximum storage capacity of 113 acre-feet. The pond covers an area of 6 acres and is primarily used for recreational purposes such as fishing and boating.
The dam is regulated by the West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection, with regular inspections ensuring its satisfactory condition and high hazard potential. Despite being privately owned, the pond serves as a valuable resource for the local community, offering a serene escape for water enthusiasts and nature lovers. The surrounding area is a haven for wildlife and provides a tranquil setting for outdoor activities.
With its scenic location near the UN Tri-Stillwell Creek, A & O Farm Pond is a popular destination for visitors seeking a peaceful retreat in the midst of West Virginia's beautiful landscapes. Whether enjoying a leisurely day of fishing or simply relaxing by the water's edge, this privately owned pond offers a unique opportunity to connect with nature and appreciate the importance of sustainable water resource management in the face of changing climate conditions.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around A & O Farm Pond -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Little Kanawha River At Palestine | 216 cfs | → |
| Duck Creek Below Whipple Oh | 54 cfs | → |
| Muskingum River At Beverly Oh | 5,490 cfs | → |
| Little Muskingum River At Bloomfield Oh | 37 cfs | → |
| Shade River Near Chester Oh | 19 cfs | → |
| East Fork Duck Creek Near Harrietsville Oh | 37 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near A & O Farm Pond.
Boat launches
- Belpre Public Ramp
- Northwest Drive 598, Wood County
- Cherry Blossom Lane Washington County
- Athens Boat And Ski Club
- Coolville Ramp
- County Route 5/6 Ritchie County
Campgrounds
- Lane Farm Campground
- North Bend State Park Campground
- Leith Run Recreation Area
- Kittie Wilson
- Lamping Homestead Recreation Area
Track A & O Farm Pond in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About A & O Farm Pond
Where does the data for A & O Farm Pond come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the High hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of A & O Farm Pond.