Botetourt Country Club Dam
Key Takeaway
Botetourt Country Club Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 36 ft (taller than 82% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 128 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA023005 |
Safety Information
Hazard potential has not been determined.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Botetourt Country Club
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Botetourt Country Club Dam?
Botetourt Country Club Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Botetourt Country Club Dam?
Botetourt Country Club Dam is owned by Botetourt Country Club (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Botetourt Country Club Dam?
Botetourt Country Club Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Botetourt Country Club Dam?
Botetourt Country Club Dam has a dam height of 36 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.