Butts County GA

Jackson Lake Dam Hot Day Hike #viral #viralvideo #viralshort #oldschool ... youtu.be/qASDpfNpkHg?si… via @YouTube below the damn Jackson Lake Jackson, George, Butts County

Butts County: 🚧🦺RR crossing is closing for a few days in March 11-14 in Jackson, GA at SR 36/ Covington Street @olinational #ArriveAlive @ButtsCountyGa mailchi.mp/dot.ga.gov/but…

The docket and materials for the February 23, 2026 Board of Commissioners meeting may be accessed at the following link. The public is invited to attend the meeting which begins with a workshop at 5:30 PM: dropbox.com/scl/fi/q7comzs…

Happy Tuesday! 🚧🦺📣Butts County: Construction of a roundabout on SR 16 at England Chapel Road/High Falls Road. Begins February 27, 2026 @ButtsCountyGa #ArriveAlive mailchi.mp/dot.ga.gov/but…

🚧🚧Butts County: Culvert Project and road closure to begin March 27, 2026 at Norris Creek 3.2 MI SW of Jackson andat Big Sandy Creek 3.8 MI SW of Jackson @ButtsCountyGa mailchi.mp/dot.ga.gov/but…

Today we celebrate 58 years of 9-1-1. While the technology has evolved over the decades, the mission has never changed: to be there in someone’s most critical moment. Here’s to 58 years of service, commitment, and answering the call!

As we head into the upcoming weekend, a few important things to note for our area:  Dangerous wind chill temperatures are expected for all of north and central Georgia on Saturday and Sunday. The NWS has HIGH confidence in dangerous wind chill temperatures and LOW confidence in snow accumulations. Cold is our biggest concern right now because we will have an extended period of time where the temperature will not get above freezing (more than 48 hours). The main issue with that is the increased chance of pipes bursting. Three years ago, excessive pipes bursting in sub-freezing temperatures resulted in both cities and counties experiencing water system failures due to pressure loss. We're advising people now to take steps to ensure their pipes are protected, especially those with unoccupied weekend homes at Jackson Lake, which was a significant point of pipe failure the last time. Wind chills will also be a problem for those who have to work out in the field. The graphic below shows what the wind chills are anticipated to be over the next few days. I use Griffin as a reference being closest to it. Our EMA will continue to monitor and push out information on our main social media channels as needed. Stay warm and safe!

SNOW NEXT WEEKEND? It's still possible, but looking less likely. Out of the last 8 run of our two long-range models, 3 have light snow Saturday morning across East Georgia. If this system shifts west, it will certainly be cold enough for snow (highs in the 30s, lows in the teens). We'll watch it closely through the week.

This will mark the first activation of our new Emergency Operations Center. Within the next hour, the center will be fully staffed with representatives from our public safety and public works teams, along with our municipal partners and local utilities. By repurposing this downtown space, we are able to bring everyone together in one place, allowing for clear communication and coordinated decision-making should ice accumulation or related impacts occur. The EOC is directly connected to the State Operations Center and provides real-time weather updates and GDOT information, ensuring our field units receive timely, accurate guidance. Through this close coordination with local and state partners, our focus is on delivering an efficient, well-organized response to whatever conditions may develop. The Emergency Operations Center will remain operational throughout the duration of the event. Please stay safe, and plan to be home before weather conditions deteriorate.

The @ButtsCountyEMA team is holding a weather and operations briefing at the Butts County Emergency Operation Center with all departments of the cities and county to ensure that all agencies are communicating and cooperating in advance of winter weather issues that might occur.

Update: Winter Storm Watch has been expanded. We are now included in the watch area. To be clear, this is a watch and not a warning yet. We should have more definitive information following the NWS update at 2PM.

With this winter weather system heading our way, it’s the perfect time to take a few simple steps to ensure you and your family are safe and ready. ❄️ Check on your loved ones – Reach out to family & friends, especially those who rely on medical equipment such as oxygen, to make sure they are prepared and have what they need. ❄️Protect your pipes – Insulate exposed pipes, let faucets drip to prevent freezing, and cover outside faucets. ❄️ Emergency kit – Replenish your emergency kit with essentials like food, water, and batteries. ❄️ Safe pets – Bring your pets inside to keep them warm and safe. ❄️ Fuel for the freeze – Fill your car with gas in case you need to stay warm during a power outage or need to travel unexpectedly. ❄️ Fully charged – Check your cell phone and charge it fully. Have a backup power source ready if possible. ❄️ Generators – Only run generators in open, well-ventilated areas to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning. The more prepared we are, the safer we’ll be. #beprepared #WeatherPreparedness #winterweather #ButtsCountyGA #GAWX

The docket for the January 26, 2026 Board of Commissioners meeting is posted and can be accessed below. With the threat of uncertain winter weather on Sunday and Monday the meeting might possibly be tabled. If the meeting changes we will post it here. buttscountyga.com/2026/01/22/doc…

Our County's Emergency Management team continues to monitor the threat for potential severe weather over the weekend. Although the threat to Butts County has diminished, there is still potential for weather impact, including ice/freezing rain if there are shifts in forecasts.

Butts County in Jackson Roundabout Now Open at SR 16 and SR 42 @ButtsCountyGa #ArriveAlive #DriveAlert @ intersections where roundabouts have been installed to replace existing intersections, crashes have been down by 35 %, and injury crashes reduced by over 60%.

Butts County voters pass Floating Local Option Sales Tax and also to increase Ad Valorem Homestead Exemption to $20k for age 62 and over by substantial margins. Both will take effect in 2026. #ButtsCounty

2025 Fall Festival & Trunk or Treat What an 👻 un-BOO-lievable 👻 Saturday in Butts County! From the Fall Festival during the day to the Trunk or Treat in the evening, it was a day full of fall fun and more candy than we could carry. A big thank you to everyone who participated!

Our recent media release includes my analysis and summation of the Georgia Supreme Court ruling in Tussahaw Reserves LLC v. Butts County, and the statement made by the Board of Commissioners on this ruling. This case will now move forward in the local Superior Court arena again.

I enjoyed welcoming local #ButtsCounty builders and contractors to a Lunch & Learn about building permit processes recently. Attendees learned about important updates, including ICC code taking effect 1/1/2026 and much more. We will offer more Lunch & Learn opportunities soon!

We painted the county 🌸 pink 🌸 from head to toe for our Employee appreciation Cookout last week! A huge thank you to The Southern Credit Union for partnering with us to help take the time to appreciate & honor our amazing employees for their dedication & hard work. 🍔