Lake Oconee
| Company type | Public utility |
|---|---|
| Industry | Energy, Hydroelectric power |
| Headquarters | Atlanta , United States |
| Products | Electricity generation (including hydroelectric power) |
| Parent | Southern Company |
Lake Oconee is an artificial lake located in central Georgia, United States. It was formed in 1979 following the construction of the Wallace Dam on the Oconee River by Georgia Power near the cities of Greensboro and Eatonton. The reservoir extends across the counties of Morgan, Greene, and Putnam, and is divided from the adjacent Sinclair reservoir by the Wallace Dam.
Hydrology
Serving as a reservoir for the Wallace Hydroelectric Plant operated by Georgia Power Company, Lake Oconee boasts roughly of shoreline and covers a surface area of . Its waters are primarily fed by the Oconee River along with the Apalachee River (Georgia).
Housing
The vicinity of the lake hosts numerous golf and residential communities, including Reynolds Lake Oconee, Cuscowilla, Harbor Club, as well as senior living options like Del Webb at Lake Oconee. These developments have established the region as a significant player in the real estate sector.