Your Safety Is
Our Priority

BRIDGE CLEARANCES AT LAKE ELEVATION 185 M.S.L 

           HARDRIDGE CREEK                                  13.12  FT.

           THOMAS MILL CREEK (UPPER)              12.12  FT.

           THOMAS MILL CREEK (LOWER)             12.12  FT.

           WHITE OAK CREEK                                  13.12  FT.

           CHENEYHATCHEE CREEK                       13.12  FT.

           BARBOUR CREEK                                     13.62  FT.

           PATAULA CREEK                                      13.62  FT.

           U.S. HWY 82 CAUSEWAY                       58.00  FT.

           RAILROAD TRESTLE (EUFAULA)           43.00  FT.

          HIGHWAY 208 AT COTTONTON            41.80   FT.

CHATTAHOOCHEE RIVER BRIDGE CLEARANCES

   MILES ABOVE MOUTH     TYPE                       LOCATION                               ELEV OF LOW  STEEL

            23.9                          FIXED                     NEELS FERRY                                     115.0

            34.7                          SWINGING              U.S. HWY 84                                      104.0

            35.5                          SWINGING              S.C.L – R.R.                                        103.0

            49.1                          FIXED                     HWY 62 – COLUMBIA, AL                 140.02

            49.4                         SWINGING              C. OF GA. R.R.                                     129.9

            74.4                         FIXED                      FT. GAINES, GA.                                 181.3

            98.0                        FIXED                      C. OF GA. (EUFAULA)                        228.4

            98.5                         FIXED                      U.S. 82, EUFAULA, AL                       242.8

          122.1                        VERTICAL LIFT       S.C.L. – OMAHA, GA                          240.0

          157.8                        FIXED                      4^TH STREET – COLUMBUS, GA          251.3

AERIAL CROSSINGS

EUFAULA                               73 FEET AT 185.0 M.S.L. (OVER CHANNEL ONLY)

A navigable channel of 100 feet by nine feet is maintained as far north a Columbus, Georgia, allowing larger boats to move safely along the lakes. Boaters are advised to be cautious of commercial barge traffic utilizing the inland waterway.

Please be aware of possible underwater hazards. Low-hanging power lines should also be noted. Remember that all federal, state and local boating laws apply on the lakes. Please take note of navigational markers and exercise good judgment on the water.

Most ramps charge a $3 boat launch fee, or you may purchase an annual pass for $30. The Annual Pass is valid January 1 through December 31.

You can check the status of water levels at our boat ramps and beaches.

For more information please contact the
Operations Manager's Office at
229-768-2516

 

FOR YOUR SAFETY

When visiting the lake, we recommend that you review the following safety messages for a safe and enjoyable time:

• Be Alert to underwater hazards such as submerged stumps, logs and rocks that are present in the lake.
• Be especially careful when approaching the shoreline because depth of water will vary from time to time and place to place. 
• Never dive into water of unknown depth.
• Be alert to hazards such as poisonous plants, insects and snakes that inhabit the woodlands.
• Keep children under close supervision at all times, especially when they are in or near the water.
• Wear life vests at all times.
• Do not use alcohol while in, on or around the water.
• File a trip plan with someone to let them know where you will be and when you plan to return.
• Swim in designated swimming areas. (In all other areas except those designated "no swimming," individuals may swim at their own risk.)
• Do not overload your boat. Remember, safe boating is not overloading.