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Combs Resovoir ( not lake )
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A water utility company resovoir used by a sailing club and swimming club. No access unless part of managed events. There is a dam wall main road side with pumping machinery best avoided. There are darker bouys identifying deepest parts of the central resovoir. Water depth varies online with exit pumping and time of year. Clear no swimming signs on dam wall carpark. Weeds, flora can be in abundance in the far side margins. Access can be muddy on the banks. Banks in the main are level with water
Location
Getting there
Manchester Road laybye parking and short walk. Also parking behind dam wall sign posted allthough very small on main road easily missed. Short drive up a narrow track
Accessibility
Sign posted no swimming usual open water hazards. Cannot be entered when events are happening as you will be told no swimming on line time table of events and times available swim at own risk
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Before you go
- Cold water shock is real. Enter slowly and control your breathing.
- Lake water can be much colder below the surface (thermocline)
- Stay close to shore until you know the conditions
- Watch for boat traffic and stay visible with a tow float
- Check for blue-green algae warnings before swimming
Conditions change fast. Always check the latest data, read recent community reports, and swim within your ability.
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Is this lake safe for swimming?
Check the Conditions tab for surface state and wind conditions. Review the Quality tab if this is a designated bathing water. Always read recent community reports for local advice.
How cold is the water?
Check the Temperature tab for the current estimate and 7-day trend. Lakes hold heat longer than rivers but can develop a thermocline. The water below the surface can be dramatically colder.
What should I bring?
A tow float for visibility (especially important where boats operate), warm layers for after, and consider a wetsuit in colder months. Check for designated swimming areas.