There is a beautiful, pristine peninsula on Lake Jocassee, the fate of which has been of great concern to me and others over recent years.  It was in grave jeopardy of being swallowed up by Anthony's developers, due to its proximity to the other Cliffs communities scattered throughout Eastoee . . . but not any more!  Yesterday, the State of SC announced that it has purchased this 63-acre beauty as an addition to the protected Jocassee Gorges!!!  The unspoiled view to the left as you look off Jumping Off Rock is preserved forever.  I'll admit - I was certain that it would end up in the hands of the developers - rumored to be sold at $1,000,000 an acre.  For once, Duke Power (and their subsidiary Crescent Resources) has done the right thing.  Their promise to NEVER DEVELOP LAKE JOCASSEE has been upheld (at least on this part of the lake).  Development of that magnitude (potentially 60 homesites) would have devastated the water quality and solitude of that stunning lake.  I'm grateful that justice has prevailed, and this land will be preserved for my grandchildren - and yours!!!

Thank you, Duke Power and the State of SC, for finally making us proud.

 

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