Rattlewood Golf Course
Key Takeaway
Rattlewood Golf Course is classified as significant hazard in Maryland. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 77.2% in MD) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 24 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 10 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | MD00338 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Montgomery County Revenue Authority
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Rattlewood Golf Course?
Rattlewood Golf Course is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Rattlewood Golf Course?
Rattlewood Golf Course is owned by Montgomery County Revenue Authority (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rattlewood Golf Course built?
Rattlewood Golf Course was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Rattlewood Golf Course?
Rattlewood Golf Course serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Rattlewood Golf Course?
Rattlewood Golf Course has a dam height of 31 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.
When was Rattlewood Golf Course last inspected?
Rattlewood Golf Course was last inspected on June 22, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.