Stowe Upper Golf Course

WEST BRANCH LITTLE RIVER-OS· Lamoille, Vermont· Built 2004· Earth· 63 ft tall
High Hazard Recreation Private

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 Length2,350 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage389 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed2004 (22 years old)
NID IDVT00365

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: June 16, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DEC

Ownership

VR US HOLDINGS, II, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

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.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.