Bluestone Lake, reservoir located on the New River near Hinton, West Virginia
Bluestone Lake is a large reservoir on the New River in West Virginia, formed by a concrete dam that stands over 165 feet tall. The water body covers more than 2000 acres and is ringed by wooded hills that shift with the seasons.
Construction of the dam began in the 1940s and was completed in the early 1950s to control flooding on the New River and protect nearby communities. Since then, reinforcements have been added and the water now serves as a drinking water source for towns like Hinton and Princeton.
The lake is easily accessible by road, with a visitor center at the main entrance where you can get information about activities, weather, and conditions. In the warmer months, visitors can rent boats or paddleboards and enjoy hiking trails, fishing spots, and picnic areas throughout the grounds.
The lake serves as a drinking water source for nearby towns, supplying millions of gallons of clean water daily to communities like Hinton and Princeton. Additionally, small power plants use the dam's water flow to generate clean electricity for the region.
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