The Corps has just increased release rates from Thurmond from 3600cfs to 4000cfs which is way beyond what is called for in the drought plan. This is destructive to the Recreational Infrastructure of our lakes and is indicative of the fact that the Corps has no desire to protect Recreation interests.
In the past when we've pleaded for the Corps to decrease release rates during severe droughts we've been told that the Corps cannot deviate from the guidelines of the current drought plan. Now they are proving this to be a lie. With the lakes in severe drought conditions the Corps is adding to that damage by increasing release rates to the river from the 3600cfs called for in the drought plan to 4000cfs.
Currently Lake Interests have no voice with the Corps. We desperately need assistance from our congressmen or governors to get the Corps to listen to reason. If you agree that this needs to change make your thoughts known to congress and your state governor. Talking to the Corps appears to be a waste of time. They show no intention of listening to recreational concerns.
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