Goodfellows Park Lake Dam dam
Goodfellows Park Lake Dam
Goodfellows Park Lake Dam, located in Watertown, Ohio, is a private recreational dam completed in 1950 by the USDA NRCS. The dam, standing at a height of 40 feet and a length of 400 feet, serves the primary purpose of recreation, with a maximum storage capacity of 244 acre-feet. The dam is situated on the Trib Browns Run river and has a surface area of 26 acres, providing a scenic and enjoyable environment for water resource and climate enthusiasts.
With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, Goodfellows Park Lake Dam is considered to be in good condition and is not currently regulated or inspected by state agencies. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, adding to its recreational appeal. While it is not under the jurisdiction of state regulatory agencies, the dam remains a popular spot for outdoor activities and offers a peaceful retreat for visitors seeking to connect with nature in Washington County, Ohio.
Despite its lack of state regulation and inspection, Goodfellows Park Lake Dam continues to provide a safe and enjoyable recreational experience for residents and visitors alike. With its picturesque surroundings and moderate risk assessment, the dam stands as a testament to sustainable water resource management and serves as a reminder of the importance of maintaining and preserving our natural environments for future generations to enjoy.
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 Goodfellows Park Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Muskingum River At Beverly Oh | 5,410 cfs | → |
| Duck Creek Below Whipple Oh | 81 cfs | → |
| West Fork Duck Creek At Macksburg Oh | 17 cfs | → |
| East Fork Duck Creek Near Harrietsville Oh | 24 cfs | → |
| Muskingum River At Mcconnelsville Oh | 5,180 cfs | → |
| Little Muskingum River At Bloomfield Oh | 52 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Goodfellows Park Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- Belpre Public Ramp
- Cherry Blossom Lane Washington County
- Northwest Drive 598, Wood County
- Beverly Ramp
- Coolville Ramp
- Athens Boat And Ski Club
Campgrounds
- Lane Farm Campground
- Leith Run Recreation Area
- Woodgrove Campground H
- Chestnut Grove Camp Site
- Burr Oak State Park
- Area 31 Campsite
Track Goodfellows Park Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Goodfellows Park Lake Dam
Where does the data for Goodfellows Park Lake Dam 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 Low 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 Goodfellows Park Lake Dam.