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Sandy River Reservoir
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 58 ft³/s
- Gage height 4.01 ft
Live, provisional data from USGS gauge APPOMATTOX RIVER AT FARMVILLE, VA (6.1 mi away), as of Oct 29, 4:35 AM gauge-local time.
Why, sources & official advisories
- Live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. — USGS gauge 02039500, as of Oct 29, 4:35 AM gauge-local time
- Flow is below the 25th percentile for Oct 29 (median 124 ft³/s over 100 years). — USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Oct 29, 4:35 AM gauge-local time
No official beach-advisory feed for Virginia yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
740-acre reservoir, open since 1994, with a kayak launch & fishing opportunities.
What’s swimming here?
Fish recorded within 2 km: Gizzard Shad, Brown Bullhead and Redear Sunfish.
3 fish species in 3 public records within 2 km of Sandy River Reservoir since 2000.
- Gizzard Shad Dorosoma cepedianum1 record · 2026
- Brown Bullhead Ameiurus nebulosus1 record · 2023
- 1 record · 2022
Non-native: the USGS Nonindigenous Aquatic Species database lists the species as introduced to the Appomattox watershed.
Caught one? Make it a card.Snap your catch in Reelio and collect every species. Free on iPhone.Data: GBIF.org occurrence records, CC0 and CC BY only (iNaturalist research-grade observations). Common names: USGS NAS. Non-native flags: USGS NAS. These are sightings and specimens people reported, not a survey: a fish missing from the list may still live here.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Sandy River Reservoir?
- Sandy River Reservoir is a lake in Virginia.
- Can you swim at Sandy River Reservoir?
- 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 Sandy River Reservoir rated?
- Sandy River Reservoir in Virginia has an average visitor rating of 4.8 out of 5, based on 52 reviews.
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Location & Contact
Virginia
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🏞️ 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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