Cobbs Creek Regional Water Supply Dam (Main Dam A) Reservoir Report
Nearby: Cobbs Creek Regional Water Supply Reservoir Saddle Dam (Dam B). Cobbs Creek Regional Water Supply Reservoir Dam Perimeter Dam (Dam C)
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
The Cobbs Creek Regional Water Supply Dam (Main Dam A) in Cumberland, Virginia is a vital infrastructure managed by the local government for water supply purposes.
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Summary
Designed by Schnabel Engineering, Inc., this dam is regulated by the Department of Conservation and Recreation in Virginia. Situated at a latitude of 37.7203 and a longitude of -78.1916, it serves the community with its high hazard potential, although its condition assessment is currently not rated.
With a primary purpose of water supply, this dam has not been rated for its condition but is inspected regularly with a frequency of 1. The Emergency Action Plan (EAP) last revised in 2016 ensures that the necessary measures are in place to respond to any potential risks associated with the dam. Despite lacking specific details on its structure and dimensions, the Cobbs Creek Regional Water Supply Dam plays a crucial role in ensuring a reliable water source for residents in the area and underscores the importance of proper management and maintenance of such critical infrastructure.
Hazard Potential |
High |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
James River At Cartersville
|
1950cfs |
Slate River Near Arvonia
|
68cfs |
Rivanna River At Palmyra
|
175cfs |
Hardware River Bl Briery Run Nr Scottsville
|
52cfs |
James River At Scottsville
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1470cfs |
Fine Creek At Fine Creek Mills
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3cfs |
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.
Cobbs Creek Regional Water Supply Dam (Main Dam A)