Neighborhood change

Tatum Lakes is protected for a future nature preserve

Adamsville · Southwest Atlanta Land acquired · preserve not yet open

What changed

The city acquired roughly 50 acres around Tatum Lakes in February for conservation and future development as a public nature preserve.

Why it matters

The purchase protects forest, lakes, and wetlands in Southwest Atlanta, but the future preserve still needs master planning and is not yet open for visits.

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Official sources

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City of AtlantaTatum Lakes acquisition announcement City of Atlanta Department of Parks and RecreationTatum Lakes park inventory record

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