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Join DWR for a Presentation on the Lake Shenandoah Dam Replacement Plan
Richmond, VA — The Lake Shenandoah Dam has provided recreation opportunities for Harrisonburg area residents for nearly 70 years. Due to its age, it is now time to talk about a replacement plan to ensure the safety of surrounding residents and continued recreational opportunities around the lake. Join the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources Capital Programs team for a review of current dam challenges and the plan to reconstruct it, including timelines and user impacts.
Thursday, Oct. 10
5:30 p.m.
3616 Izaak Walton Dr.
Harrisonburg, VA 22801
The Lake Shenandoah Dam was originally constructed in 1956. The lake itself is a 36-acre impoundment providing outdoor experiences within an urban setting. It has bank fishing access, a boat ramp, fishing pier, restrooms, and wildlife viewing trail. To learn more about Lake Shenandoah and the dam, visit the DWR webpage.