New Savannah Bluff Lock and Dam, Lock and dam structure between Georgia and South Carolina, United States.
The New Savannah Bluff Lock and Dam spans the Savannah River with five vertical lift gates and measures 360 feet in length near Augusta.
The United States Army Corps of Engineers constructed this navigation infrastructure in 1937 following authorization by Rivers and Harbors Acts in 1930 and 1935.
The structure marks the location of the former town of New Savannah, providing a connection to the region's maritime and commercial development history.
The dam maintains water levels for municipal supply, industrial use, and supports activities including boating, fishing, rowing, and powerboat racing events.
The facility includes a lock chamber measuring 56 feet wide and 360 feet long, with a lift height of approximately 15 feet supported by timber piles.
Location: Georgia
Location: South Carolina
GPS coordinates: 33.37260,-81.94080
Latest update: March 7, 2025 16:30
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