Richard B Russell Lake, also known locally as Lake Russell, is a 26,650-acre reservoir located on the Savannah River bordering Elbert County, Georgia and Abbeville and Anderson counties in South Carolina. Created by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the lake features 540 miles of shoreline and reaches a maximum depth of 167 feet. Unlike neighboring lakes Hartwell and Thurmond, Richard B Russell Lake maintains a relatively stable water level, operating within just 5 feet of full pool, giving it the appearance of always being full. The lake is known for its undeveloped, natural shoreline, as federal regulations prohibit private development along its banks. This creates excellent fishing habitat with plenty of brush, rocks, and standing timber that fish use as cover. Considered a recreation paradise, the lake offers various outdoor activities, but the primary draw is its excellent fishing opportunities.