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Together with our 4,500 members, we strive to preserve Lake Lanier's water quality and quantity for everyone who relies on the lake and its watershed to enhance their quality of life.
We work to meet this goal by focusing our programs on these key priority areas.
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Since 1966, we have been working to protect Lake Lanier and its surroundings. We are the voice of citizens around the lake and across the region, striving to represent all aspects and users of the lake including wildlife, fish, homeowners and recreational users. With your help we can continue to preserve and protect this important natural resource.
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IT’S ABOUT TIME, or WADING THROUGH 30 YEARS OF WATER WARS
By: Clyde Morris, Attorney for the Lake Lanier Association It turns out Justice Amy Coney Barrett has a gift for brevity. She sure made quick work of the Water […] Read More
Florida v. Georgia: Unanimous decision in Georgia’s favor.
Holding: Florida failed to establish that Georgia’s overconsumption of interstate waters was either a substantial factor contributing to, or the sole cause of, Florida’s injuries. Judgment: Exceptions overruled, and case […] Read More
BREAKING NEWS: Florida v. Georgia Unanimous decision in Georgia's favor. We will add more details on here and the LLA website later once we review the opinion.
Holding: Florida failed to establish that Georgia’s overconsumption of interstate waters was either a substantial factor contributing to, or the sole cause of, Florida’s injuries.
Judgment: Exceptions overruled, and case dismissed, 9-0, in an opinion by Justice Barrett on April 1, 2021. ... See MoreSee Less
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It’s not the water flowing out, it’s the salt flowing in. Oysters love a certain salinity. Too much salt (from the BS cut) they’re gone. Hence, the need to flood with more GA fresh water.
Oddly I can’t find any of the sites that explain why the cut was built. But I’m the end. The gov built it as it is now an international waterway for shipping from the appalachicola river. Millions of gallon an hour flow out of the bay.
If anyone still wonders where the water is going, check Bob Sykes Cut. Wait I’ll grab the link
The main commenter on this article started private oyster farms years ago. As if he saw it coming?
thepostsearchlight.com/2021/02/24/water-wars-rage-on-in-georgia/
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Thank you to our business sponsor of the day - Spalding Brokers
Here's a little about our featured sponsor:
Mark & Karen have lived in the Metro Atlanta area since the 70's! Graduating from Dunwoody High School and now living in Forsyth County. Mark began his career in Real Estate in the 80's and Karen in 2007. That same year, Spalding Brokers was created to provide the highest level of customer service to their clients.
"Home. This word means so many things to so many people. Every day we have a special opportunity to get to know our clients and learn what Home means to them. We get excited right along with you - no matter what kind of Home search you are on! Upsizing! Downsizing! Investing! Leasing! We've got you covered." - Mark & Karen Spalding www.spaldingbrokers.com
Spalding Brokers recently joined LLA as a Platinum Business Sponsor. Thank you for supporting a Clean, Full and Safe Lake Lanier!
To become an LLA Business Sponsor/Member, go to lakelanier.org today! ... See MoreSee Less
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With heavy rains in the forecast, erosion and sedimentation is on the move! Here we go again. Are you as tired of it as we are? If you see something, please say something!
If you know where an issue is coming from, make sure to report it to the jurisdiction where the construction site is located. Let LLA know as well! Email photos and location info to lakeinfo@lakelanier.org or go online to lakelanier.org/get-involved/report-a-problem/ Please include whether you have already reported it to jurisdiction. It is important to report issues when you see them. All complaints are logged into the sites record, complaints build the case that there are ongoing issues. ... See MoreSee Less
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I live on Mud Creek directly across the street from the lake. Our backyard is washing away into the lake. Our creek has been muddy for weeks. If I don't have a drone, how can I take pictures to report this? Thanks for advice.
I’m amazed at this request to minimize erosion on the lake. Some of the increase in erosion is COE caused by their own policies and management. About 10 years ago the COE required an area surrounding our cove to no longer be centipede grass but left to “go natural”. The centipede grass had been there since the 70s! Now, with the lack of sunshine due to tree and brush growth, the grass has died and erosion on the path to the lake has increased. I specifically asked the Ranger about the erosion his decision would cause and he told me that the grass wasn’t natural and the lake should be maintained in a natural state. Now the area of grass wasn’t a wide swath but about 15-20’ around the cove and up the paths to the houses. Rip rap is so much less attractive and the centipede never needed chemicals to look great!
For what it is worth, Lanier Village has a massive construction project going on behind closed gates that can only be seen from the air.
You might consider a silt fence if you are contributing to the ongoing issues
How about at the big dip on Buford damn rd where one side of the road is a chocolate mess due to development?
Many eyes are helpful! Cudos
Mathew O'Neal, we should call.
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A new round of island erosion and sedimentation protections is slated to begin this year starting with input from YOU! With 39,000 acres and over 100 islands we can't see everything and we want to hear from our members regarding which islands you believe are experiencing an increased rate of erosion and in need of protection.
Nominate an Island to Rip Rap here - forms.gle/SvUBmMqFmB84SKgQ6
We will take input online until the Annual Member Celebration on April 17th. After the nomination period closes, we will compile a comprehensive list of islands to consider. We want to be sure that everyone understands we are soliciting input however we are not going to be able to do them all.
Why Islands? Waves from wind and vessels take a toll on the islands shoreline. We have chosen to protect the islands because they are for the use and enjoyment of everyone on the lake. There is always the argument that all of the shoreline is owned by the Corps, however substantial public and private investment goes into this project and therefore, we want to ensure an equal benefit for everyone. ... See MoreSee Less
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What an awesome task, for such an incredible need, spearheaded by the group that absolutely puts Lake Lanier 1st. Thank you LLA.
16 needs some help or it will be gone and a navigation hazard in the near future.
Not to be too argumentative.. but it is NOT owned by the corp.. it is owned by the people.. maintained and regulated by the corp.. for the benefit of the people... with money taxed from the people... Government OWNS nothing...
Done!! The last island at Van Pugh and the little island north outside of Holiday!
They should also put some focus on marking dangerous areas and remarking areas that have lost signage. Too many accidents and close calls out there. Rip Rap the islands that don't provide areas for boats to beach.
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