Cobb Lake Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: No

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyMacon
Nearest CitySnow Hill
River/StreamMatlock Creek
Coordinates35.28370, -83.40200

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height24 ft
Dam Length225 ft

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage16 acre-ft
Max Storage16 acre-ft
Normal Storage12 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Spillway TypeControlled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerGem Lake Property Owners Association
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection04/10/2025
Emergency Action PlanNo

Identifiers

NID IDNC03353
Federal IDNC03353
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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