Prison Landing (Highway 147 Bridge)

Prison Landing at Highway 147 Bridge provides access to the Ohoopee River, a substantial stream system in southeast Georgia. The site is located in Reidsville, Tattnall County, offering boaters entry to a large river (Stream Order 6) with an average flow of approximately 1206 cubic feet per second. The Ohoopee River features a moderate gradient of 3.4 feet per mile and average velocity of 2.92 feet per second, making it suitable for various types of watercraft.

This access point sits about 212 miles upstream from the river mouth, placing it in the lower-middle portion of the Ohoopee system. The river drains a 1,321 square mile watershed and experiences significant elevation change across its 119-mile mapped length. Water conditions at this location typically reflect a slow-moving river system, though seasonal flow variations should be expected in southeast Georgia.

Paddlers and boaters using Prison Landing should be aware of the river's natural characteristics, including potential seasonal flooding and typical blackwater river conditions common to this region. The site's proximity to Highway 147 provides reasonable road access for launching operations.