Stowe Upper Golf Course, located in Lamoille, Vermont, is a private recreational facility set against the backdrop of the picturesque West Branch Little River.
Wind
Humidity
The golf course boasts an impressive earth dam with a height of 63 feet and a length of 2350 feet, completed in 2004 by GEODESIGN. With a storage capacity of 389 acre-feet, the dam serves as a vital resource for the golf course's irrigation needs, ensuring lush green fairways for golf enthusiasts to enjoy.
Despite its high hazard potential, the dam at Stowe Upper Golf Course is currently rated as being in fair condition, following a recent assessment in September 2020. Regular inspections by the Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation ensure that the dam meets state regulations for safety and maintenance. The surrounding area covers a surface area of 12 acres, with a drainage area of 0.19 square miles, highlighting the importance of proper water management practices in this beautiful natural setting.
Visitors to Stowe Upper Golf Course can appreciate not only the challenging course layout but also the engineering marvel of the earth dam that helps sustain the course's watering needs. The combination of recreational enjoyment and environmental stewardship makes this golf course a unique and compelling destination for water resource and climate enthusiasts alike.
Year Completed |
2004 |
Dam Length |
2350 |
Dam Height |
63 |
River Or Stream |
WEST BRANCH LITTLE RIVER-OS |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12 |
Hydraulic Height |
63 |
Drainage Area |
0.19 |
Nid Storage |
389 |
Structural Height |
63 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
63 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
|---|---|---|
Smugglers Notch State Park
|
||
Twin Brooks Tenting Area
|
||
Underhill State Park
|
||
Primitive Campsite #21
|
||
Primitive Campsite #22
|
||
B Area
|