South Wales Country Club Dam
Key Takeaway
South Wales Country Club Dam is classified as low hazard in Virginia.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 38.4% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 120 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA047010 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Pulte Home Company, Limited Liability Company
Private
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What is the hazard classification of South Wales Country Club Dam?
South Wales Country Club Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates South Wales Country Club Dam?
South Wales Country Club Dam is owned by Pulte Home Company, Limited Liability Company (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is South Wales Country Club Dam?
South Wales Country Club Dam has a dam height of 23 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.