The Water Mine in Reston closes for season early due to mechanical issues

The popular Water Mine at Lake Fairfax in Reston is officially closed for the season after its pool filtration system failed.

The closure at the Water Mine Family Swimming’ Hole was announced yesterday (Wednesday) afternoon by the Fairfax County Park Authority, which cited “mechanical failures beyond our control.”

The closure includes this coming Labor Day weekend (Sept. 3-4) and an event for dogs scheduled for Sept. 10 is also cancelled.

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