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With lower levels on Alabama Power lakes, Fall is the perfect time for homeowners to perform work on their property, including maintenance and construction of docks, boat houses and other structures. Learn more. bit.ly/3vRNpDr
Alabama Power is extending the summer pool on Lake Martin until October 15th, giving residents more opportunities for boating and recreation on the lake. Learn more. bit.ly/3kROTZk
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Today is National Hydropower Day, which recognizes the vital role hydro plays in providing clean, reliable and affordable energy across America. Alabama Power uses hydro energy as an important part of its generation mix. Learn more. #HydroDay bit.ly/3ybUzSz
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It’s National Hydropower Day! Alabama Power was founded on hydropower with the construction of Lay Dam in 1914. For over a century, #hydropower has powered Alabama with clean, renewable energy. #HydroDay
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Summer attendance at Alabama Power's Preserves have been booming this summer. With 65 public-use spaces across 12 reservoirs, the Preserves offer the chance for everyone to enjoy a day in the great outdoors. Learn more. bit.ly/3zQAh2d
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Lake Martin's water level will be three feet lower than its normal winter operating level from Dec. 31, 2021 to Feb. 17, 2022 to provide residents and property owners more lakebed access for improvements and maintenance.
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We encourage residents to begin securing permits for work on shoreline structures ahead of an additional drawdown this winter. Learn more. bit.ly/3zmYVHN
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This 4th of July weekend promises to be one of the busiest boating weekends of the year. To safely enjoy The Preserves and Alabama’s lakes and rivers, Alabama Power recommends you and your family check out some safety tips. bit.ly/2SDoQep
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Alabama Power says a post circulating Facebook that warns residents to stay out of Smith Lake this summer is a scam. The post warns people who intend to boat or swim in Lewis Smith Lake to stay out of the water due to an increase of bacteria. Learn more. bit.ly/2U5QNvP
Looking for a place to enjoy the outdoors this summer? Hit the road and visit Alabama Power’s The Preserves. With more than 60 unique sites on Alabama Power’s lakes to choose from, there’s a Preserve property that can satisfy any outdoor lover. Learn more. bit.ly/3c61PYg
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Through Alabama Power's partnership with Bassmaster and Union Sportsmen's Alliance, the new public weigh-in pavilion at Smith Lake is now being used to host fishing tournaments in the community. Learn more! bit.ly/3o97od4
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Springville native Wes Logan wins the 2021 Bassmaster Elite at Neely Henry Lake on Monday. Learn more. bit.ly/2RFt5Fw
Alabama Power volunteers hosted a “Dam Ride” to benefit the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. Cyclists began the ride at Alabama Power headquarters in downtown Birmingham and ended the journey at Lay Dam in Clanton. Learn more. bit.ly/3vJAgLD
Alabama’s rivers, lakes and streams have some of the most topographically and ecologically diverse property surrounding them, and The Preserves offers the gift of splendid outdoor experiences to visitors. Learn more. bit.ly/3dKnCpD
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Water level conditions along the Black Warrior and Coosa rivers are improving. Learn more. bit.ly/31CmihF
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Select Alabama Power recreation sites have been closed temporarily due to high water. Learn more. bit.ly/3sL74CG
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Smith Lake levels continue to rise following heavy rainfall. Learn more: bit.ly/3sJnfk3
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Following severe weather and heavy rainfall, Alabama Power is managing rising lake levels along the Coosa and Black Warrior rivers. Learn more. bit.ly/2NVl8uf
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We are proud to share that the Thurlow Dam’s spillway gate replacement project’s construction team, including contractor @BrasfieldGorrie and designer @IncObermeyer, has won both a state and national award from the @ABCofAlabama. Learn more. bit.ly/3ciLDDt
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Lake Conditions Alert: Due to recent heavy rains and severe weather, Smith Lake water levels remain above summer pool levels. Learn more. bit.ly/2OSRiax
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