Belews Lake, Reservoir in Stokes, Rockingham, Guilford, and Forsyth counties, United States.
Belews Lake extends across 3,864 acres with an 88-mile shoreline and reaches depths of 130 feet near its earthen dam structure.
Duke Energy established this reservoir in 1973 to supply cooling water for the Belews Creek Steam Station coal power facility.
Four public boat launches at Piney Bluff, Pine Hall, Carolina Marina, and Humphreys Ridge support regular fishing and water sports activities.
Two marinas, Humphrey's Ridge with a restaurant and Carolina Marina with boat services, provide essential facilities for visitors.
The lake experienced a reduction from 24 to 6 fish species between 1975 and 2002 due to selenium contamination from power plant operations.
Location: Rockingham County
Location: Stokes County
Location: Forsyth County
Location: Guilford County
GPS coordinates: 36.29900,-80.03750
Latest update: May 13, 2025 14:09
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