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Low Water Level at Laurel Bed Lake
Richmond, VA — The Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources (DWR) would like to remind citizens of the Commonwealth that a malfunction in the water release gate at Laurel Bed Lake in Russell County has resulted in continual release of water through the dam and a lower than normal water level in the lake. A repair crew is on site trying to close and repair the gate, but the lake level is currently down about 5-6 feet.
The fishing pier is not usable at this time, but anglers may still launch boats from the boat ramp. However, boaters should use caution as the lower lake level has exposed standing timber and other navigational hazards. Once repairs have been made to the water release gate, the lake level may remain low for some time depending on the amount of precipitation the area receives.
For questions or additional information, please contact the DWR Regional Office in Marion at (276) 783-4860.