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The sight ofclear, blue wateris synonymous with a sense of peace.
And when the water is a glorious shade of blue-green, that deep tranquilizing effect is magnified.
The dam is two hours north of Roanoke and about an hour and a half west of Staunton.
Credit:Ron Messina/DWR
The lake backs up the Jackson River and is the second largest reservoir in the state.
Moomaw refers to Benjamin Moomaw, a local businessman who is largely credited for pushing the project forward.
What To Do At Lake Moomaw
Lake Moomaw is best known for itsexcellent fishing.
As such, the man-made reservoir was stocked with both warm-water and cold-water fish.
Once you pass into the lower level, its all about trout fishing.
