Upper Woodsfield Reservoir Dam dam
Upper Woodsfield Reservoir Dam
The Upper Woodsfield Reservoir Dam, located in Monroe, Ohio, serves as a crucial water supply source for the local community in COATS. Managed by the Department of Natural Resources and regulated by the state, this earth-type dam stands at a height of 31 feet and has a storage capacity of 47 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 28 acre-feet. The dam's primary purpose is to provide water for various uses, ensuring a stable and reliable water source for residents in the area.
Despite its important role in water supply, the Upper Woodsfield Reservoir Dam is facing significant challenges in terms of its condition assessment, which has been rated as poor during the last inspection in November 2020. With a hazard potential deemed as significant, there is a pressing need for improved risk management measures and maintenance to ensure the safety and functionality of the dam. As climate change continues to impact water resources, it is essential to address these vulnerabilities and strengthen the dam's resilience to safeguard the community's water supply.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is imperative to advocate for increased attention and resources towards the maintenance and rehabilitation of critical infrastructure like the Upper Woodsfield Reservoir Dam. By addressing the current condition assessment and implementing proactive risk management measures, we can help ensure the long-term sustainability and reliability of the dam, protecting both the local water supply and the surrounding ecosystem. Collaborative efforts between stakeholders, regulators, and the community are essential in mitigating potential risks and adapting to changing climate conditions for a more resilient water infrastructure system.
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 Upper Woodsfield Reservoir Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Captina Cr. At S.R. 148 At Armstrongs Mills | 36 cfs | → |
| Little Muskingum River At Bloomfield Oh | 45 cfs | → |
| Ohio River Above Sardis | 31,900 cfs | → |
| East Fork Duck Creek Near Harrietsville Oh | 18 cfs | → |
| Seneca Fork Bl Senecaville Dam Near Senecaville Oh | 9 cfs | → |
| West Fork Duck Creek At Macksburg Oh | 14 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Upper Woodsfield Reservoir Dam.
Boat launches
- Slope Creek Reservoir Ramp
- Clarington Village Ramp
- Barnesville Memorial Park
- Noble County Fish And Game
- West Adams Street Paden City
- Powhatan Point Boat Launch
Campgrounds
- Lamping Homestead Recreation Area
- Ring Mill Campground
- Leith Run Recreation Area
- Lane Farm Campground
- Woodgrove Campground H
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About Upper Woodsfield Reservoir Dam
Where does the data for Upper Woodsfield Reservoir 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 Significant 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 Upper Woodsfield Reservoir Dam.