Alan Neals Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Alan Neals Dam, located in Rockingham, North Carolina, is a private irrigation dam on Little Hogans Creek-Tr.


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Summary

With a primary purpose of irrigation, this earth dam stands at a hydraulic height of 13.3 feet and a structural height of 16.8 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 55 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 5 acres, serving a drainage area of 64 square miles.

Although not state-regulated, Alan Neals Dam is deemed to have low hazard potential and is in satisfactory condition as of the last assessment in November 2012. The dam has a spillway width and number of locks of zero, indicating a simple design focused on water resource management. Despite its humble size, the dam plays a crucial role in providing water for irrigation purposes in the region.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find Alan Neals Dam an interesting example of a privately owned earth dam that contributes to the local agricultural community. Situated in the Huntington District, this dam stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water management practices in supporting irrigation needs in regions like Rockingham, North Carolina.

Dam Length

268

River Or Stream

Little Hogans Creek-Tr

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

5

Hydraulic Height

13.3

Drainage Area

64

Nid Storage

55

Structural Height

16.8

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

17
       
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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.