Stowe Upper Golf Course
Key Takeaway
Stowe Upper Golf Course is classified as high hazard in Vermont. It was completed in 2004 and is 22 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 63 ft (taller than 94.2% in VT) |
| Dam Length | 2,350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 389 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2004 (22 years old) |
| NID ID | VT00365 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
VR US HOLDINGS, II, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Stowe Upper Golf Course?
Stowe Upper Golf Course is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Stowe Upper Golf Course?
Stowe Upper Golf Course is owned by VR US HOLDINGS, II, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Stowe Upper Golf Course built?
Stowe Upper Golf Course was completed in 2004, making it 22 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 Stowe Upper Golf Course?
Stowe Upper Golf Course serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Stowe Upper Golf Course?
Stowe Upper Golf Course has a dam height of 63 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 Stowe Upper Golf Course last inspected?
Stowe Upper Golf Course was last inspected on June 16, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.