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Georgia
Richard B. Russell Lake
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Clear, high 74°F / low 61°F, 0% precip — 94/100 for lake fishing
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Richard B. Russell Lake
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Richard B. Russell Lake is a 26,650-acre reservoir on the Savannah River known for its excellent striped bass and largemouth bass fisheries. The lake's deep, clear water and rocky structure provide ideal habitat for multiple species. It is connected to Lake Hartwell via a pumped-storage hydroelectric facility, creating unique fishing opportunities.
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