Metal Detecting at West Point Lake (USACE)
Troup County · South Georgia · USACE lake
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The rules
Corps rules allow detecting only in designated 'open' day-use areas (ball fields, playgrounds, swim beaches within the swim lines); hand tools only, holes no bigger than 4x12 inches, no vegetation removal; ID-able or valuable items must be turned in to a ranger (non-ID items under 25 dollars may be kept).
Permit: Designated 'open' areas only — get the current list from the project office
📞 Call ahead: 706-645-2937 (confirm the current rule before you go)
Why detect here
Designated Corps swim beaches and day-use ball fields/playgrounds
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Source: USACE Mobile District — 'Use of Metal Detectors at West Point Project' brochure. Verify against the managing authority before detecting.