Darke Co. Wildlife Area Pond No. 5 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 19, 2025
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Summary
Wildlife Area Pond No. 5 Dam in Ohio is a state-regulated earth dam completed in 1966 for recreational purposes. Located in Gettysburg, Darke County, this dam stands at a height of 25.5 feet and has a storage capacity of 54.5 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition was rated as unsatisfactory during its last inspection in October 2019.
The dam's primary purpose is recreation, offering a surface area of 4.6 acres for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy. It is situated on a tributary to Bolton Run and falls under the jurisdiction of the Department of Natural Resources in Ohio. With a drainage area of 0.02 square miles and a maximum discharge of 584 cubic feet per second, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region and providing a recreational outlet for the community.
While the dam's condition assessment may raise concerns, ongoing inspections and regulatory oversight ensure the safety and integrity of Darke Co. Wildlife Area Pond No. 5 Dam. As climate change continues to impact water resources and infrastructure, maintaining and monitoring structures like this dam is vital to safeguarding the environment and supporting sustainable water management practices in Ohio.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Length |
700 |
Dam Height |
25.5 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBUTARY TO BOLTON RUN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4.6 |
Drainage Area |
0.02 |
Nid Storage |
54.5 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
26 |
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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.
Darke Co. Wildlife Area Pond No. 5 Dam