The Crossings Golf Club sits in Glen Allen, a suburban community north of Richmond in central Virginia. Designed by Joe Lee and opened in the mid-1990s, the course represents Lee's later work in a region where he contributed several layouts during that era. Lee, a Florida-based architect who worked extensively throughout the Southeast, was known for creating playable resort and daily-fee courses that incorporated water features and strategic bunkering without excessive difficulty. The routing at The Crossings takes advantage of gently rolling terrain typical of the Virginia Piedmont, with fairways carved through mature hardwood corridors and several holes playing along or across water hazards. Lee's design philosophy emphasized variety in hole lengths and shot values, offering golfers a mix of risk-reward opportunities and straightforward par tests. The layout includes elevated tees and greens that provide visual interest and require thoughtful club selection, particularly on approach shots where depth perception can be deceptive. As a public-access facility serving the greater Richmond area, The Crossings functions as a neighborhood course for local golfers while also accommodating visiting players. The property reflects the character of Virginia's golf landscape in this period—wooded settings, moderate length by contemporary standards, and conditioning that varies seasonally with the Mid-Atlantic climate. The course offers a straightforward test of golf without the severe hazards or extreme length that define championship venues, making it accessible to a range of skill levels.