Cobun Creek #1 Dam

Significant HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateWest Virginia
CountyMonongalia
Nearest CityMORGANTOWN
River/StreamCOBUN CREEK
Coordinates39.60889, -79.96667

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeRockfill
NID Height57 ft
Dam Height57 ft
Dam Length269 ft
Year Completed1956 (70 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage330 acre-ft
Max Storage330 acre-ft
Normal Storage185 acre-ft
Surface Area17 acres
Drainage Area11 sq mi

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerMORGANTOWN UTILITY BOARD
Owner TypePublic Utility
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection12/09/2015
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDWV06112
Federal IDWV06112
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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