Springfield Golf & Country Club Upper Dam
Key Takeaway
Springfield Golf & Country Club Upper Dam is classified as unknown in Virginia. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 38.4% in VA) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 23 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | VA059102 |
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
Springfield Golf and Country Club Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Springfield Golf & Country Club Upper Dam?
Springfield Golf & Country Club Upper 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 Springfield Golf & Country Club Upper Dam?
Springfield Golf & Country Club Upper Dam is owned by Springfield Golf and Country Club Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Springfield Golf & Country Club Upper Dam?
Springfield Golf & Country Club Upper Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Springfield Golf & Country Club Upper Dam?
Springfield Golf & Country Club Upper 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.