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Albemarle County begins major repairs on Mint Springs middle dam; Middle Lake to be drained
Summary
Albemarle County says major repairs to the middle dam at Mint Springs Valley Park are underway and will continue through December 2026; Middle Lake will be fully drained and closed to the public while the upper lake remains open at reduced water levels.
Albemarle County said Tuesday that "major repairs and improvements to the middle dam at Mint Springs Valley Park are now underway and will continue through December 2026," the presenter said.
The county said Middle Lake will be fully drained and closed to the public for the duration of construction. The upper lake will remain open but with lowered water levels; some trails and park areas may be temporarily closed. Officials asked visitors to follow posted signage and avoid construction areas for their safety.
The county did not specify which department is overseeing the project or the funding sources for the repairs. No timeline beyond the stated December 2026 completion window was provided in the announcement.
Park users should expect restricted access during construction and to watch county postings for detours and safety updates. The county did not announce any public meetings specific to the dam project in this update.
