Cobbs Creek Regional Water Supply Reservoir Dam Perimeter Dam (Dam C)

Cumberland, Virginia·

High Hazard Water Supply Public Utility

Key Takeaway

Cobbs Creek Regional Water Supply Reservoir Dam Perimeter Dam (Dam C) is classified as high hazard in Virginia. Its primary use is water supply. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

NID ID	VA049060

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

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

Emergency Action Plan: Yes

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: Department of Conservation and Recreation

Ownership

Henrico County, Department of Public Works

Public Utility

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Cobbs Creek Regional Water Supply Reservoir Dam Perimeter Dam (Dam C)?

Cobbs Creek Regional Water Supply Reservoir Dam Perimeter Dam (Dam C) is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Cobbs Creek Regional Water Supply Reservoir Dam Perimeter Dam (Dam C)?

Cobbs Creek Regional Water Supply Reservoir Dam Perimeter Dam (Dam C) is owned by Henrico County, Department of Public Works (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Cobbs Creek Regional Water Supply Reservoir Dam Perimeter Dam (Dam C)?

Cobbs Creek Regional Water Supply Reservoir Dam Perimeter Dam (Dam C) serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

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.