Mitchell Hale Pond 1 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 19, 2025
Mitchell Hale Pond 1, located in Marengo, Alabama, is a private fish and wildlife pond designed by the USDA NRCS in 1989.
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Summary
With a dam height of 14.5 feet and a capacity of 104.5 acre-feet, this earth dam serves multiple purposes, including providing habitat for fish and wildlife. The pond is situated near TR-Watkins Creek and falls under the jurisdiction of the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers.
Despite its low hazard potential, Mitchell Hale Pond 1 poses a moderate risk due to its location and design. The spillway, being uncontrolled and 53 feet wide, can discharge a maximum of 440 cubic feet per second. The dam has not been inspected since its completion in 1989, and its condition is currently rated as "Not Rated". The pond's drainage area is 0.17 square miles, contributing to a normal storage capacity of 66.6 acre-feet.
Enthusiasts of water resources and climate in Octagon, Alabama, and beyond may find Mitchell Hale Pond 1 an intriguing case study of a privately owned water body designed for both ecological and recreational purposes. Its location, design, and risk assessment provide valuable insights into the management and conservation of water resources in the region, showcasing the importance of sustainable practices in maintaining the health and functionality of aquatic ecosystems.
Year Completed |
1989 |
Dam Length |
1450 |
Dam Height |
14.5 |
River Or Stream |
TR-WATKINS CK. |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
0.17 |
Nid Storage |
104.5 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
15 |
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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.
Mitchell Hale Pond 1