Lake Murray Real Estate Update 08-22-2011

Evaporation, drought bringing lake level down – A few weeks back during the heat wave, a neighbor commented that the water level was steadily dropping and it was likely SCE G was pulling the plug in order to meet the rising electrical demand. The neighbor’s analysis was partly true. On July 26, the utility did pull the plug in response to a system failure. Stream flow below the dam reached 18,000 cfs before returning to the minimum flow of 500 cfs – some 6 hours later. The lake level dropped almost one inch that day, partly because of generation, and partly because of evaporation and municipal water withdrawls. Other than that recent discharge, SCE & G’s use of the lake’s water this summer for emergencies has been to say the least, miniscule.

Lake Murray Symphony Orchestra holding auditions – Lake Murray Symphony Orchestra is seeking experienced bassoon, French horn and players in all string sections. The orchestra now in its 7^th season, is comprised of volunteer musicians and is dedicated to performing classical, ligh classical and pop music, exposing the audience to a variety of quality live music. For rehearsal and audition information, call (803)400-3540 or see www.LMSO.org.

Labor Day Festival to host talent show – The Town of Chapin’s Labor Day Festival will be holding a Chapin Idol talent show September 5 in downtown Chapin on its own special stage off Clark Street. The show will begin after the parade. All ages and all varieties of talent are welcome. For more information, go to www.Chapinsc..com. Entry fee is $10 per solo, $15 per duet, and $20 per group. Monetary prizes will be awarded for each category.