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Mountain View is a U.S. Army Corps of Engineers boat ramp providing access to Richard B. Russell Lake on the Savannah River in Iva, Anderson County. The facility includes a single-lane paved boat ramp with parking for approximately 20 vehicles and trailers, plus vault restroom facilities. This is one of 16 ramps around the 9,899-acre lake, making it a convenient launch point for exploring the 193+ miles of shoreline.
The Savannah River and Richard B. Russell Lake offer a major paddling and boating corridor with an average depth of 38.7 feet and maximum depths exceeding 160 feet. The upstream Savannah River system is a large, well-established waterway with significant flow (averaging over 12,800 cubic feet per second), so boaters should be prepared for moderate current conditions, especially during high-flow periods. The lake also features fish attractors and multiple fishing access points, making it popular for both recreational paddling and angling.
Nearby amenities include Richard B. Russell State Park, additional boat ramps (Pearl Mill and Sander Ferry), marinas with pumpout facilities, and the Richard B. Russell Project Visitor Center for more information about the area.