Summary
With a structural height of 15 feet and a length of 355 feet, this earth dam serves the primary purpose of water resource management. The dam has a storage capacity of 62 acre-feet and is classified with a low hazard potential and satisfactory condition assessment.
Managed by the Tennessee Safe Dams Program, Cobb Creek Dam is subject to regular state inspections and enforcement to ensure its safety and operation. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is considered to have a moderate risk level, indicating the need for ongoing risk management measures. The dam's spillway is uncontrolled, and there are no associated locks or outlet gates.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Cobb Creek Dam represents a valuable piece of infrastructure in Tennessee's water management system. Its presence on Cobb Creek contributes to the regulation of water flow and storage in the area, highlighting the importance of maintaining and monitoring dams for both safety and environmental sustainability.
Year Completed |
1991 |
Dam Length |
355 |
River Or Stream |
COBB CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
0.11 |
Nid Storage |
62 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Dam Data Reference
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.
Cobb Creek