Monthly Archives: November 2012

Commander’s Message: Persistent rain deficit triggers pool-balancing shift

From the Commander: In October I had the opportunity to hold drought workshops for both J. Strom Thurmond Lake and Hartwell Lake to discuss management of the basin and the sustained drought conditions. I’d like to express my gratitude to … Continue reading

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Corps reduces Savannah River Basin reservoir outflows in response to drought level 3

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Savannah District will reduce outflows from the three reservoirs it operates on the upper Savannah River Basin in response to water levels reaching drought level 3. Water managers will gradually reduce outflows from 3,800 … Continue reading

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