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Lake Bradford

Reservoir

Not today — an official hazard warning is active

Avoid today

Not today — an official hazard warning is active: a Flash Flood Warning is in effect for City of Chesapeake, VA; City of Norfolk, VA; City of Portsmouth, VA; City of Virginia Beach, VA.

  • A Flash Flood Warning is in effect for City of Chesapeake, VA; City of Norfolk, VA; City of Portsmouth, VA; City of Virginia Beach, VA.
  • Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.
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Not today — an official hazard warning is active

Avoid today

Not today — an official hazard warning is active: a Flash Flood Warning is in effect for City of Chesapeake, VA; City of Norfolk, VA; City of Portsmouth, VA; City of Virginia Beach, VA.

  • A Flash Flood Warning is in effect for City of Chesapeake, VA; City of Norfolk, VA; City of Portsmouth, VA; City of Virginia Beach, VA. NWS Wakefield VA
  • Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.
  • No live water-temperature reading for this spot.

No official beach-advisory feed for Virginia yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.

Weather at Lake Bradford

H: 84° L: 72°
Heavy rain
Heavy rain
77°
|
Feels like 81°
Precipitation
89%
Humidity
89%
Wind
8 mph
UV Index
0
Water Conditions:
🏊Perfect for swimming🌧️Rain expected
12 AM
Overcast
72°
3 AM
Light rain
72°
6 AM
Light drizzle
73°
9 AM
Light drizzle
76°
12 PM
Patchy rain nearby
82°
3 PM
Light drizzle
84°
6 PM
Moderate rain
78°
9 PM
Heavy rain
76°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Lake Bradford?
Lake Bradford is a reservoir in Virginia.
Can you swim at Lake Bradford?
Not today — an official hazard warning is active: a Flash Flood Warning is in effect for City of Chesapeake, VA; City of Norfolk, VA; City of Portsmouth, VA; City of Virginia Beach, VA. Checked August 23, 2026.

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Location & Contact

Virginia

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