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📍 Savannah, GA | The official Twitter of the Savannah District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. | Following and Likes ≠ endorsement.

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The Savannah District operates and maintains three hydropower dams on the Upper Savannah River; Hartwell, Richard B. Russell and J. Strom Thurmond.

For the full press release:
https://t.co/MWYui9YpF0

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The Savannah District, Richard B. Russell Project, will host dove hunts for youth and adults Sept. 12 and 19, 2026, at two fields in Elbert County, Georgia, and one field in Abbeville County, South Carolina.

For the full press release: https://t.co/THnnFkszO6

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During a formal change of command ceremony held July 31, 2026, at the Telfair Museum in Savannah, Georgia, Col. Robert Fairel assumed command of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Savannah District from Col. Ron Sturgeon.

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For the latest official updates, project news, and significant notices from across the region, please follow and monitor our South Atlantic Division account at https://t.co/QmaOrFOVtw. And visit our official website at Savannah District Website: https://t.co/5gSxa1MGu1

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Some promises are written in ink. Ours is written in earth and steel.

250 years of Army engineers building America's way forward.

What's next?

#USACE251 #America250 #ArmyEngineer

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USACE will waive day use fees at its more than 2,800 recreation areas nationwide in support of America’s 250th birthday celebration, July 3-5.

The waiver covers day use fees at Hartwell and J. Strom Thurmond Lake recreation areas.

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May 31 is National Dam Safety Awareness Day

Dams play a crucial role in managing water for flood risk, power generation, environmental conservation, and recreation, but none are risk free.

To learn more about dam safety visit: https://t.co/cu2eXJtCfS

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Savannah District, is hosting a series of in-person and virtual public meetings to discuss the development of Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for Brunswick Harbor dredging activities.

For the full press release: https://t.co/Cxn2xrbuz7

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Today and throughout the year take time to remember the lives lost fighting for our freedom.

#MemorialDay

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This Memorial Day weekend, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ Savannah District, reminds everyone to make water safety a top priority in every water adventure.

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Ridge Road Campground is reopening Wednesday, May 20, 2026!!!!

Ridge Road Campground offers 69 campsites equipped with electric and water hookups. 🏕️

The 2026 camping season ends September 13.

To make a reservation, visit: https://t.co/7MXmlc5HrJ

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TAKE KIDS FISHING DAY

📍J. Strom Thurmond Lake (Clarks Hill Lake) – Modoc Boat Ramp (Gilchrist Ferry Rd., Modoc, SC 29838)

📆Saturday, May 23rd, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Free Lunch Included!

FREE & Open to the Public
Register now: https://t.co/ySmQ3893YP

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Congratulations Tyler! 🥳🍾🎉

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WELCOME BACK THURMOND CAMPERS! 🏕️

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“President Trump has empowered his Administration to work with lightspeed efficiency to make our government deliver more for all Americans," said Adam Telle, the Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works (@ASACivilWorks).

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Parksville Boat Ramp at Thurmond Lake temporarily closed for paving repairs.

The J. Strom Thurmond Dam and Lake Project Office will temporarily close the Parksville Boat Ramp in McCormick County, South Carolina, Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2026. The ramp should reopen by Feb. 12, 2026.

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The three upper Savannah River Basin reservoirs operated by the Savannah District, declared a second flow reduction in response to the pool elevation at Lake Thurmond dipping below Drought Trigger Level 2, Sunday, Jan. 24, 2026.

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We are ready to assist before, during, and after disasters strike, when called upon. Currently we have deployed five planning and response teams, contractors and Soldiers from 249th Engineering Battalion Prime Power to various locations for the ongoing winter storm.