Double Branches

Double Branches is a boat ramp access point on Lake Oconee, the impounded section of the Oconee River in White Plains, Greene County, Georgia. Lake Oconee is a major recreational destination formed by a dam on the Oconee River, which is a significant waterway in the Southeast with a total length of 220 miles and a drainage area of 5,275 square miles. This access site serves as an entry point for various water sports and activities on the lake.

The Oconee River system maintains an average flow of approximately 5,146 cubic feet per second with a generally modest gradient of 2 feet per mile. Lake Oconee itself provides a calm water environment that differs significantly from the river's flowing conditions upstream. The lake setting makes it suitable for multiple types of boating activities, though water conditions can vary depending on dam operations and seasonal factors.

Boaters using Double Branches should be aware that lake conditions are generally more predictable than river conditions, with minimal current in the impounded pool. The site's proximity to White Plains provides access to a portion of the lake that serves the local Greene County community for recreation and water access.