Cobb Lake Dam
North Carolina — Macon County — Matlock Creek
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Macon |
| River | Matlock Creek |
| Coordinates | 35.28370, -83.40200 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 24 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 225 ft |
| NID Storage | 16 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 16 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | No |
| Last Inspection | April 10, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | — |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | — |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Gem Lake Property Owners Association |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.