Noonday Creek WS Str # 9, located in the Roberts Road Community of Cobb, Georgia, is a state-regulated earth dam constructed in 1955 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service.
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With a height of 23 feet and a storage capacity of 284 acre-feet, this dam serves as a crucial flood risk reduction structure for the area. Despite its high hazard potential, the dam is currently assessed as satisfactory, with the last inspection conducted in March 2016.
The dam's primary purpose is flood risk reduction, and it boasts a drainage area of 400 acres and a normal storage capacity of 35 acre-feet. With a spillway type listed as uncontrolled, this structure plays a vital role in managing water flow and protecting the surrounding community from potential flooding events. While the risk assessment categorizes it as moderate, ongoing inspections and enforcement by the Georgia SAFE DAMS PROGRAM ensure the dam's continued safety and functionality for water resource and climate enthusiasts to appreciate and monitor.
Year Completed |
1955 |
Dam Length |
598 |
Dam Height |
23 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Drainage Area |
400 |
Nid Storage |
284 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
23 |