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U.S. Army Corps of Engineers - South Carolina Projects


J. Strom Thurmond Lake
This is the largest Corps lake east of the Mississippi River. The adjacent area abounds with historical and geological sites. J. Strom Thurmond provides excellent striper and black bass fishing and its large wildlife management areas offer some of the south's best hunting and wildlife observation opportunities. The visitor center and public overlook are located at the Natural Resource Management Center. From Augusta, GA, 20 miles N on GA 28 or 104 to GA 150. Also see listings under Georgia.

Hartwell Lake
This lake in the upstate region of Georgia and South Carolina has a reputation as an excellent location for all types of outdoor recreation activity. The area is rich in historical lore, and Clemson University adjoins the lake. The Natural Resource Management Center is located 5 miles N of Hartwell, Ga. on US 29, or 100 miles E of Atlanta on I-85. Several lake access areas are easily reached from the Hartwell Anderson or Clemson exits on I-85. Also see listings under Georgia.

Richard B. Russell Lake
The Corps' newest lake project on the Savannah River, lying between J. Strom Thurmond Lake to the south and Hartwell Lake to the north, Russell is one of the finest fishing lakes in the Southeast, offering both cold and warm water fisheries. The cost of construction of recreational facilities is being shared with the states of Georgia and South Carolina, and upon completion, operation and maintenance of these facilities will be assumed by the states. Russell Lake has two unique and informative visitor centers at the powerhouse and the Natural Resource Management Center. Located 20 miles E of Elberton, GA, and 8 miles W of Calhoun, SC off US 72. Also see listings under Georgia.



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