Weld Pond is part of the Charles River watershed and is fed by Weld Brook, which flows from Wilson Mountain. The pond has a surface area of about 25 acres and a maximum depth of 18 feet. The pond is popular for fishing, boating, and swimming, and has a public beach and boat ramp. Weld Pond is named after Joseph Weld, who owned the land around the pond in the 17th century and donated it to Harvard College.

Weld Pond in Dedham, Massachusetts is surrounded by private residential houses.