Bruce Blaum Reservoir Report
Nearby: 003 Lake Dam Upper Sludge Pond Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Bruce Blaum, also known as Blaums Pond, is a private fish and wildlife pond located in Houston County, Alabama.
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Summary
Built in 1977 by the USDA NRCS, this Earth dam stands at a height of 21 feet and has a storage capacity of 155 acre-feet. The pond serves as a recreational area and provides habitat for various wildlife species, with a drainage area of 0.61 square miles and a maximum discharge of 1179 cubic feet per second.
Despite its significant hazard potential, Bruce Blaum has not been rated for its condition assessment. The spillway, which is uncontrolled and 88 feet wide, serves as a safety feature in case of overflow. The risk assessment for the dam is moderate, with a DSAC assigned date yet to be determined. While the dam has not been inspected recently, it is vital for water resource and climate enthusiasts to stay informed about the maintenance and management of this important structure to ensure its safety and functionality for both wildlife and recreation purposes.
Year Completed |
1977 |
Dam Length |
350 |
Dam Height |
21 |
River Or Stream |
TR-CEDAR CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
0.61 |
Nid Storage |
155 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
21 |
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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.
Bruce Blaum
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