Cedar View/Cobb Branch Dam
Key Takeaway
Cedar View/Cobb Branch Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 17.7% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 1,150 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 399 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 39 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA175015 |
Safety Information
Hazard potential has not been determined.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Mark Pope;Samuel B Drewry
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Cedar View/Cobb Branch Dam?
Cedar View/Cobb Branch Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Cedar View/Cobb Branch Dam?
Cedar View/Cobb Branch Dam is owned by Mark Pope;Samuel B Drewry (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Cedar View/Cobb Branch Dam?
Cedar View/Cobb Branch Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Cedar View/Cobb Branch Dam?
Cedar View/Cobb Branch Dam has a dam height of 17 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.