As requested, some more pictures from the MLK day flyover.
A quick check on Jan 19 shows the water levels are rising a bit after recent rain and snow.
Quite a few people became concerned Beaverdam would be closed post repairs/modernization as Lake Manassas was. It looks like they may be considering opening it up again, great news!
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Around late October, very early November the levels at the reservoir started going down. It has currently been completely drained. You can see the top of the bridge from the Mt. Hope parking lot. Below are some images.
Certainly there have been rumors before, but this is new:
While $30 million isn’t pocket change to many, it certainly doesn’t appear to be a high dollar amount for the amount of land involved considering the prime location. There is brewing controversy regarding the sale of the reservoir. Check out the Washington Post article:
FINAL 2014 09 09 Beaverdam Press Release
Not exactly new news, Loudoun Water has stated it intended to re-open Beaverdam Creek Reservoir in writing before, but this is their strongest statement yet.
“Ultimately, we want the reservoir to be safely enjoyed by all. Guided by our overall planning process, we will balance our primary responsibility to protect and maintain the reservoir as a long-term drinking water resource with the community’s desire to enjoy the scenic and tranquil surroundings that Beaverdam provides,” said Jennings.
This is good news. All the letter writing, sessions with the Loudoun Water and the Loudoun Board of Supervisors are paying off. A partnership with NVRPA (now renamed NOVA Parks) would be the cherry on top.