Dobbs Lake Dam

Mud Creek· Cobb, Georgia· Built 1950· Earth· 27 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Dobbs Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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

Dam Height	27 ft (taller than 65.9% in GA)
Dam Length	297 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	106 acre-ft
Normal Storage	73 acre-ft

Surface Area	6 acres
Drainage Area	104 sq mi
Year Completed	1950 (76 years old)
NID ID	GA03869

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: No

Last Inspection: January 12, 2017

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: GA-SAFE DAMS PROGRAM

Ownership

Mr. & Mrs. Nikola Galinac William A. Mazariegos

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dobbs Lake Dam?

Dobbs Lake Dam 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 Dobbs Lake Dam?

Dobbs Lake Dam is owned by Mr. & Mrs. Nikola Galinac William A. Mazariegos (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dobbs Lake Dam built?

Dobbs Lake Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Dobbs Lake Dam?

Dobbs Lake 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 Dobbs Lake Dam?

Dobbs Lake Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Dobbs Lake Dam last inspected?

Dobbs Lake Dam was last inspected on January 12, 2017. 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.