In a move that will delight snail darters downstream, the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) says they’ll be releasing water from Buford Dam in order to lower the level of Lake Lanier.
Corps Releasing Water from Buford Dam to Lower Lanier
Category: Lake Lanier
Alberto Causes Park and Boat Ramp Closures on Lake Lanier
Rain from the storm named Alberto is still falling and much more water will soon drain into Lanier. The US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) says closures on Lake Lanier are taking place, with more to come.
New Hotels in Atlanta & Around Georgia
You snooze, you lose. That’s true when you play Monopoly as a board game or in real life building hotels in Atlanta. If you waited to invest almost all your money on a bunch of new hotels in Atlanta, you’re too late. Sorry.
Gov Deal Signs Law to Fight Distracted Driving
Gov. Nathan Deal signed House Bill 673 into law. As of July 1, 2018, drivers in Georgia will have new restrictions on the use of electronic devices while driving. New penalties are also in place to fight the epidemic of distracted driving.
Gwinnett Stripers is the New Name for the Gwinnett Braves
The Gwinnett Braves baseball team traded that great name for a new one. Ready? The Gwinnett Stripers! Now, it’s all about that Bass, and triples. Go Stripers!
What is Margaritaville at Lanier Islands?
The simple answer to the question “What is Margaritaville at Lanier Islands?” is … it’s the same as LanierWorld. Except it’s more … and different … and better!
Some USACE Day-Use Parks Will No Longer Accept Cash
No joke! As of April Fool’s Day 2018, you’ll need a credit card or debit card to park at some recreation areas on Lake Lanier because several USACE Day-Use parks will no longer accept cash.
Laurel Park on Lake Lanier is Practically Perfect
If you’re looking for a park that is far from Atlanta but close to perfect … you’re looking for Laurel Park on Lake Lanier. It’s practically perfect in every way!
Sustainable Water Management Plan for Lake Lanier
The Sustainable Water Management Plan for Lake Lanier isn’t exactly “new” news, but it is back in the news as the Water Wars continue in the U.S. Supreme Court.
Lake Lanier Master Plan Update
The US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) is working on the Lake Lanier Master Plan Update. That review of current and future recreational needs, among other items, is expected to take about two years to complete.