Herbert Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Herbert Pond Dam, also known as Sediment Pond #001, is a privately owned structure located in Plainfield, Ohio.
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Summary
Constructed in 1979, this earth dam stands at a height of 25.7 feet and has a length of 300 feet. The dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, providing a storage capacity of 44.2 acre-feet with a normal storage level of 25.3 acre-feet.
Managed by the Department of Natural Resources in Ohio, Herbert Pond Dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by state authorities to ensure its safety and functionality. Despite having a low hazard potential and being assessed as in fair condition as of October 2017, the dam undergoes regular inspections every five years. The dam is situated on a tributary to Center Creek, with a drainage area of 0.17 square miles and a maximum discharge capacity of 191 cubic feet per second.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Herbert Pond Dam offers a fascinating example of a privately owned earth dam designed by Raymond H. George, Jr., P.E. Its recreational purpose, regulated status, and location in Coshocton County, Ohio, make it a noteworthy structure for those interested in the intersection of human development and environmental stewardship in the management of water resources.
Year Completed |
1979 |
Dam Length |
300 |
Dam Height |
25.7 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBUTARY TO CENTER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3.5 |
Drainage Area |
0.17 |
Nid Storage |
44.2 |
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.
Herbert Pond Dam