Nestled in the foothills of the Georgia Blue Ridge Mountains lies Lake Lanier, one of America’s favorite lakes in which over 7.5 million people a year choose to visit. With over 692 miles of shoreline, the lake is well known for its aqua-blue colored water, spectacular scenery and variety of recreational activities.
Constructed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in the 1950’s, Lake Lanier is a multi-purpose lake that provides for flood protection, power production, water supply, navigation, recreation and fish and wildlife management.
Lake Lanier is one of 464 lakes in 43 states constructed and operated by the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers. For more information about Lake Lanier, it’s current water level, and more go to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers website for Lake Lanier: http://lanier.sam.usace.army.mil/ .
Posted by Chris Kelly 
