The lake which encompasses 389 acres, has a maximum water depth of 18 feet. Not long after the dam had been completed in 1972, Rose Valley Lake became famous for its huge bluegills. It was common at that time to catch 12-14 inch bluegills. Today the average size is nearly half that.
Recent studies show that there are increasing numbers of walleye in the lake.
Part of Mount Pisgah State Park, this 75 acre lake provides an exhilarating look at nature. Bluegill Crappie A dam on Mill Creek was completed in 1977 to form the lake.