the private side of lake anna is the hot side.
which side of lake anna is the hot side?
the private side
lake anna is approximately long from tip to tip, with of shoreline. the lake is divided into two sides: the public side (also known as the "cold" side) and the private side, working as a cooling pond (also known as the "hot" side). the public side is roughly , while the private side is roughly . the private side is formed of three main bodies of water, connected by navigable canals. the public and private sides are divided by three stone dikes. the private side has no marinas or public access ramps; only property owners and north anna power station employees have access to the waters of the private side. the public side has several marinas and boat launches, including a boat ramp at the state park. the public side sees significantly higher boat traffic than the private side, especially on summer weekends.
lake anna
today the lake serves as the recreational center of barberton. many people come to walk or jog around the park. the upper walk around lake anna is .7 of a mile, while the lower circular walk is .5 of a mile. lake anna in barberton is bordered by park ave, lake ave, sixth street, and third street. things to see at lake anna include the gazebo, where many summer band concerts are held; barberton's war memorial; and a memorial statue for the founder, o.c. barber. parking is around the lake. the park is maintained by the barberton parks and recreation commission. lake anna is open from dawn until 9pm.
lake anna park