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Is Georgia Running Out of Water? |
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Saturday, 13 October 2007 |
Those of us living in the northern part of Georgia constantly see signs that there is a drought this year in Georgia. Pass by any lake and you are certain to get a reminder. This week, the statistics were released that show just how bad things are for us. Looking at the graph below, you can see that much of the northern part of Georgia is already experiencing problems.
Keith's Bridge is one example where it is easy to see how the drought is having an effect on Lake Lanier. In June of this year water levels were high enough to fill the swimming area. In October, things look different. Even the boat ramps have been closed because they no longer reach the water.
One sign that has become familiar is the "Ramp Closed" signs. Many parks around Lake Lanier have posted these signs because of the drop in water levels make it dangerous to use the ramps.
Some local municipalities are already reporting
less than 6 months of water remaining in their reservoirs before they
run dry. Atlanta authorities say that Lake Lanier has only 121 days of
water left to supply the city. People that live on Lake Lanier can
attest to the fact the water levels have dropped dramatically the past
few months. Many homes that were purchased "on the lake" now find that
water is receeding from the many coves at alarming rates leaving docks
and boats high and dry.
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