The Georgia State Patrol reported that some roads around Lake Rabun in northeast Georgia have been closed as the result of flooding.
Troopers said the lake level rose to such high levels overnight that water had to be released downstream, and that caused flooding of some roads below the dam.
As of 7 a.m. Tuesday, the following roads in the area remained closed:
- Joy Bridge @ GA 15
- Shady Lane @ Old 441
- Mathis Damn @ Old 441
Debris floating on Lake Rabun following heavy rains Monday night. (Photo courtesy of Scott Poss)
This aerial photo of Lake Rabun and Mathis Dam was taken at 10 a.m. Tuesday, December 29. Shady Lane below the dam was flooded as a result of the water release. (Photo courtesy of Scott Poss.)
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