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Western Branch Reservoir

Virginia
4.76 km²
36.8135, -76.6054
NHD 133282987
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About Western Branch Reservoir

Western Branch Reservoir is a natural lake or pond in Virginia, United States. It covers approximately 4.76 km² (1176 acres). The lake centroid is located at 36.8135° N, 76.6054° W. Fish species records for this lake are still being compiled. Lake boundary and identifier come from the USGS National Hydrography Dataset.

At a glance

Best season
April – October
Long open-water season
Natural lake
Medium
Great for a day trip
Species diversity
Data pending
Records still being compiled
Access
Public waterbody
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Weather at Western Branch Reservoir

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Best fishing times today

Day length: 14h 24m
Dawn09:31
Sunrise10:01
Sunset00:25
Dusk00:55

Bite windows today

  • Dawn09:0111:01Excellent
  • Morning11:0117:13Good
  • Midday17:1321:25Calm
  • Afternoon21:2523:25Good
  • Dusk23:2501:25Excellent
  • Night01:2509:01Good
Moon: 13% · waxing13:33

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Frequently asked questions

What fish species live in Western Branch Reservoir?

No fish species have been catalogued yet for Western Branch Reservoir. Records are pulled from GBIF and updated regularly.

How big is Western Branch Reservoir?

Western Branch Reservoir covers approximately 4.76 square kilometres (1176 acres), based on the USGS National Hydrography Dataset.

Where is Western Branch Reservoir located?

Western Branch Reservoir is located in Virginia, United States, with its centroid at 36.8135°, -76.6054°.

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Data sources: USGS National Hydrography Dataset · GBIF