History

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History of Granger Lake

Construction

Construction began in October of 1972, with the project being placed in operation on January 21, 1980.

Authority

Congressional Authority of the construction of Laneport Lake (Granger Lake) was originally contained in the Flood Control Act approved 3 September 1954.

Flood History

Maximum level reached 530.11 on 05-MAR-1992 Minimum level reached 498.45 on 19-NOV-2011

Purpose

The purpose of the dam was for flood damage reduction, water conservation, fish and wildlife habitat, and general recreation.

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