Welch Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Memory Lake Dam Arnold Lake Dam
Last Updated: March 13, 2026
Welch Pond Dam, located in Newcomerstown, Ohio, serves primarily for recreational purposes and was completed in 1970 by the USDA NRCS.
Summary
The earth dam, with a height of 27 feet, holds a maximum storage capacity of 46 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 4 acres. The dam is situated on the West Fork Buckhorn Creek and is not regulated by the state, with no permits or inspections required.
With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, Welch Pond Dam has an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 22 feet. The dam's condition is currently not rated, and it does not have an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place. Despite its lack of recent inspections and assessments, the dam continues to provide water resource and recreational benefits to the surrounding area, offering a serene natural environment for enthusiasts of water resources and climate.
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Year Completed |
1970 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
WEST FORK BUCKHORN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4 |
Hydraulic Height |
27 |
Drainage Area |
0.11 |
Nid Storage |
46 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
27 |
Seasonal Comparison
5-Day Hourly Forecast Detail
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Tuscarawas River At Newcomerstown Oh
|
5500cfs |
Tuscarawas River At New Philadelphia Oh
|
3820cfs |
Mill Creek Near Coshocton Oh
|
39cfs |
Muskingum River Near Coshocton Oh
|
9410cfs |
Stillwater Creek At Tippecanoe Oh
|
1460cfs |
Brushy Fork Near Tippecanoe Oh
|
122cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
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. Investigations and studies are necessary.
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.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams 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, environment 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.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Welch Pond Dam