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Photo: 2017-07-21 17 39 14 View west along Virginia State Route 102-West Virginia State Route 102 as it crosses from Falls Mills, Tazewell County, Virginia into Nemours, Mercer County, West Virginia by Famartin (CC BY-SA 4.0) License
Falls Mills Lake
Lake
Live flow only — judge the water in person
Use cautionLive flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.
- Streamflow 15 ft³/s
- Gage height 1.76 ft
Live, provisional data from USGS gauge BLUESTONE RIVER AT FALLS MILLS, VA (1.3 mi away), as of Oct 29, 3:45 AM gauge-local time.
Why, sources & official advisories
- Live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. — USGS gauge 03177710, as of Oct 29, 3:45 AM gauge-local time
- Flow is below the 25th percentile for Oct 29 (median 21 ft³/s over 38 years). — USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Oct 29, 3:45 AM gauge-local time
No official beach-advisory feed for Virginia yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
Editor's Notes
Falls Mills Lake covers 101 acres in Tazewell County, part of a 164-acre tract that takes in a 21-acre wetland. A volunteer fishing club ran it until Virginia's wildlife agency leased the water for public access in 2021 — paddle craft and electric motors only, no gas outboards.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Falls Mills Lake?
- Falls Mills Lake is a lake in Virginia.
- Can you swim at Falls Mills Lake?
- Live flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. Checked October 29, 2026.
- How is Falls Mills Lake rated?
- Falls Mills Lake in Virginia has an average visitor rating of 4.2 out of 5, based on 33 reviews.
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Location & Contact
Virginia 24613
Virginia 24613
🏞️ Best times & visiting tips
- ›Check for boat launch facilities and fees
- ›Obtain required fishing licenses before arrival
- ›Be aware of lake-specific regulations and restrictions
- ›Monitor water quality reports before swimming
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