WATERMARK REALTY

07/16/2026

WATER LEVEL UPDATE

Appalachian Power Company (APCo) has received approval from the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) for a variance related to water releases from the Smith Mountain Project, effective July 22, 2026.

The variance allows APCo to implement Trigger 3 of its Water Management Plan (WMP) before the September 30 date outlined in the plan. This action is part of APCo’s aggressive, proactive approach to conserve water during the ongoing historic drought. To date, measures implemented under the WMP have helped conserve approximately two feet of water elevation within the project.

Under the approved variance, APCo can further reduce water flows downstream of Leesville Dam. While these reduced flows will continue to support downstream ecology, it may affect recreational activities downstream. The variance will remain in effect until Smith Mountain Lake returns to full pond elevation of 795 feet.

We thank you for your continued understanding as we navigate these challenging conditions.

To learn more about the Project and read the WMP, visit http://ms.spr.ly/6185v2YGf

07/02/2026

FOUR NIGHTS OF FIREWORKS AT SMITH MOUNTAIN LAKE

Join the Smith Mountain Lake community for a full week of celebration, live music, food, vendors, and unforgettable fireworks shows!

WED • JULY 1 — GLENWOOD 250TH CELEBRATION
🕒 7:00–9:15 PM
📍 Glenwood Hardware & Supply
🎇 Fireworks at 9:15 PM
🎶 Live Music
🎟️ FREE Admission
A hometown celebration honoring 250 years of Glenwood with great music and a beautiful fireworks finale!

THURS • JULY 2 — INDEPENDENCE DAY FIREWORKS
🕒 7:00–11:00 PM
📍 Mitchells Point Marina
🎇 Fireworks at 9:15 PM
🎶 Live Music
🎟️ FREE Admission
Watch from your boat or bring a chair! Enjoy live music and lake views all evening. Parking is limited — arrive early!

FRI • JULY 3 — BEFORE THE WORKS FESTIVAL
🕒 Festival starts at 5:00 PM
📍 Liberty Lake Park, Bedford
🎶 Live Bands
🍔 Food Trucks
🛍️ Vendors
🎨 Face Painting
🚒 Touch‑A‑Truck
🎇 Fireworks at 9:30 PM
🎟️ FREE Admission
A full family festival with music, food, kids’ activities, and a huge fireworks show to kick off the holiday weekend!

SAT • JULY 4 — SMITH MOUNTAIN LAKE FIREWORKS
🕒 5:00–11:00 PM
📍 Parkway Marina, Huddleston
🎶 Live Music
🍔 Food Trucks
🛍️ Vendors
🎇 Fireworks at 9:15 PM
🎟️ $10 Adults • $5 Children
Celebrate Independence Day at the lake with music, food, and a spectacular fireworks finale benefiting the Saunders Volunteer Fire Department!

From all of us at ML Realty, we send warm wishes to you and your family. Stay safe, enjoy the celebrations, and have a blessed holiday.

07/02/2026

With the 4th of July week here, Smith Mountain Lake Marine Fire Rescue wants to remind everyone that our lake level is currently 5 feet low due to the drought.

​This is the first of several safety reminders we will be sharing throughout the week to help keep everyone safe during the holiday. Today, check out this great graphic from the National Weather Service in Blacksburg packed with essential dock and water safety tips for these exact conditions. Lower water means hidden hazards, so please slow down, stay alert, and look out for one another!

​Questions about water safety? Drop us a message!
🚨 Emergency? Dial 911.

06/16/2026