Low levels on Savannah River mean less hydropower production, hazards for boaters
7/27/2016 7:47:57 PM
CATEGORIES:
Energy
Relief, Response & Restrictions
Society & Public Health
Tourism & Recreation
Water Supply & Quality
AFFECTED AREAS:
Columbia County, GA
Elbert County, GA
Franklin County, GA
Hart County, GA
Lincoln County, GA
McDuffie County, GA
Stephens County, GA
Wilkes County, GA
Abbeville County, SC
Anderson County, SC
McCormick County, SC
Oconee County, SC
Pickens County, SC
Start Date: 7/26/2016
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The levels of Lake Hartwell and other reservoirs on the Savannah River have dropped. Less water means that less electricity can be generated by power plants on the lakes, and boaters have been warned to be careful of submerged objects near to the water’s surface.
Charleston Post & Courier (S.C.), July 26, 2016
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