Cobbs Lake
Key Takeaway
Cobbs Lake is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1926 and is 100 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 21.2% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 357 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 307 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 50 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1926 (100 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00158 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
COBB LAKE PRESERVATION, INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cobbs Lake?
Cobbs Lake 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 Cobbs Lake?
Cobbs Lake is owned by COBB LAKE PRESERVATION, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cobbs Lake built?
Cobbs Lake was completed in 1926, making it 100 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Cobbs Lake?
Cobbs Lake 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 Cobbs Lake?
Cobbs Lake has a dam height of 13 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.
When was Cobbs Lake last inspected?
Cobbs Lake was last inspected on June 12, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.