Miles Neumann Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Miles Neumann is a private fish and wildlife pond located in Baldwin, Alabama.


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Summary

Built in 1979 by the USDA NRCS, this Earth-type dam stands at 18 feet high and spans 780 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 232 acre-feet and a drainage area of 0.33 square miles, Miles Neumann serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, small fish pond, and recreation.

Despite its low hazard potential, Miles Neumann poses a moderate risk level due to its location. Situated along the TR-SPRING BR river/stream in the Mobile District, the dam's spillway type is uncontrolled with a width of 96 feet. While the dam has not been inspected recently and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment, it remains an important resource for both wildlife conservation and recreational activities in the area.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the management and conservation of dams like Miles Neumann in Alabama may find the data surrounding its construction, purpose, and risk assessment compelling. As a private structure with ties to the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Miles Neumann represents a balancing act between providing essential functions for fish and wildlife while also addressing potential risks associated with its moderate hazard level. Monitoring and maintaining this dam will be crucial in ensuring its continued safety and effectiveness for both wildlife and humans alike.

Year Completed

1979

Dam Length

780

Dam Height

18

River Or Stream

TR-SPRING BR

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Drainage Area

0.33

Nid Storage

232

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

18
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.