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Across the nation bald eagles are thriving; so why are they dying at Thurmond Lake?

Posted on May 19, 2015 by US Army Corps of Engineers Savannah District

Its origin is mysterious. Its prevalence ubiquitous. The growing and invasive waterweed known as hydrilla beckons hungry waterfowl, known as coots, who fall prey to a lethal blue-green algae present on its leaves. The American bald eagles that prey on … Continue reading →

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Plant Vogtle water permit follows current basin water manual

Posted on January 14, 2015 by US Army Corps of Engineers Savannah District

Over the past several months the occasional fan of Balancing the Basin has voiced concern about the expansion of Plant Vogtle on the Savannah River. Most of the concern focused on the increased water needs (and impacts on reservoir levels) … Continue reading →

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Thurmond Lake Hydrilla Update

Posted on June 17, 2014 by US Army Corps of Engineers Savannah District

Last week we asked our readers for topics they would like us to cover on Balancing the Basin; and we received several questions about hydrilla at J. Strom Thurmond Lake. This post provides an update on the hydrilla issue and … Continue reading →

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