North Bend Golf Course Area
Key Takeaway
North Bend Golf Course Area is classified as unknown in West Virginia. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 44 ft (taller than 50% in WV) |
| Dam Length | 276 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 18 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 17 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | WV08509 |
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
NORTH BEND COUNTRY CLUB
Private
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What is the hazard classification of North Bend Golf Course Area?
North Bend Golf Course Area 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 North Bend Golf Course Area?
North Bend Golf Course Area is owned by NORTH BEND COUNTRY CLUB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was North Bend Golf Course Area built?
North Bend Golf Course Area was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 North Bend Golf Course Area?
North Bend Golf Course Area 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 North Bend Golf Course Area?
North Bend Golf Course Area has a dam height of 44 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.