N H Cobb Estate
Key Takeaway
N H Cobb Estate is classified as low hazard in Alabama. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 44% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 150 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | AL00363 |
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
N H COBB ESTATE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of N H Cobb Estate?
N H Cobb Estate 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 N H Cobb Estate?
N H Cobb Estate is owned by N H COBB ESTATE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was N H Cobb Estate built?
N H Cobb Estate was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 N H Cobb Estate?
N H Cobb Estate serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is N H Cobb Estate?
N H Cobb Estate 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.
When was N H Cobb Estate last inspected?
N H Cobb Estate was last inspected on October 29, 1978. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.