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-15 ft. 16 ft. 55 %
1071 = FULL
With Lake Lanier above full pool, with our lakes and streams full, and with our soil saturated, experts say it won't take much rain to trigger floods. = NOW
1035 = CRISIS
919 = NO WATER LEFT

On the Droughtwatch

For One Metro Community, Water Wars Over...And It Won

Almost twelve years ago, Douglasville/Douglas County understood that if it was to have a secure water supply for the future it needed to start then. And now it's sitting high...and wet.

Task Force: 2012 Too Soon For New Water Sources

A new analysis from a task force created by Georgia Gov. Sonny
Perdue found it would take at least eight years to bring new
reservoirs online.

Lake Lanier Finally Full Again

Lake Lanier Finally Full Again

After an historic drought that saw Lake Lanier drop to a record low, the main supply of drinking water to metro-Atlanta is now full again.

Lake Lanier is Full

Lake Lanier is Full

The massive reservoir on Wednesday peaked above "full pool" of 1,071 feet above sea level on Wednesday for the first time since September 2005.

What Comes Down Must Go In -- To Lake Lanier

What Comes Down Must Go In -- To Lake Lanier

The downpours we've received in recent days have caused problems with our trees and roadways, but metro Atlanta water managers are loving it.

Ask the Water Spotter

Do you have a question about water use -- or water abuse? The Water Spotter can get you the answers you need!

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Gray Water

Gray water is "slightly used," including water from kitchen sinks, dishwashers, bathtubs, showers, bathroom sinks, and washing machines.

Wells

The state does not regulate private wells that draw fewer than 100,000 gallons of water per day. Those with private wells on their property are therefore not subject to level four drought restrictions, though following them regardless is recommended. (source)

Landscaping Tips

Reporting Violators

If you spot a violation of state-imposed water restrictions, you can report it by contacting one of the following authorities:

EarthWatch

Common Herbicide Turning Male Frogs Into Females

Exposure to a common agricultural herbicide is turning male frogs into female frogs. There could be consequences for us.

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