Cobb Creek

COBB CREEK· Haywood, Tennessee· Built 1979· Earth·
Low Hazard State Government

Key Takeaway

Cobb Creek is classified as low hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Length1,100 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage204 acre-ft
Normal Storage73 acre-ft
Surface Area20 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1979 (47 years old)
NID IDTN07521

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 12, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TENNESSEE SAFE DAMS PROGRAM

Ownership

WEST TENNESSEE RIVER BASIN AUTHORITY

State Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Cobb Creek?

Cobb Creek is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Cobb Creek?

Cobb Creek is owned by WEST TENNESSEE RIVER BASIN AUTHORITY (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Cobb Creek built?

Cobb Creek was completed in 1979, making it 47 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

When was Cobb Creek last inspected?

Cobb Creek was last inspected on June 12, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.