Lake Chatuge

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Lake Chatuge

• Hayesville, NC

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Lake Chatuge

• Many students in Clay County do not know some
  important facts about Lake Chatuge. This unit
  will help them understand more about our
  beautiful lake.

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Lake Chatuge

• Why was the lake built?
• Who built the lake?
• When was lake Chatuge built?

• Why does the government need the lake?
• Why do we need the lake?
• Who enjoys the lake?

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Why was the lake built?

• Lake Chatuge was built during World War Two to
  help the government generate more electricity

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Who built the lake?

• The lake was built by the Tennessee Valley
  Authority or the TVA. The TVA was created while
  Franklin Delano Roosevelt was president.

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Why does the government need the lake?

• The government uses the lake to generate
  electricity.

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When was Lake Chatuge built?

• Construction on Lake Chatuge began in July of
  1940
• The gates were closed in February of 1942 and
  Lake Chatuge began to fill.

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Why do we need the Lake?

• In Clay County today the lake is a major source
  of recreation for all ages. The lake draws many
  tourists to our town.

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Who enjoys the Lake?

• Fishermen
• Swimmers
• Golfers
• Water Skiers
• Jet Skiers
• Everyone