Hydropower Generation Schedules To view a hydropower generation schedule, select a power plant and date from the dropdowns. The dam impounds Lake Seminole on the common border of Florida and Georgia. A private boat ramp is located just downstream of the Hwy 69 bridge. The Alabama Power Company owns the land on either side of the Sipsey Fork upstream of the Highway 69 Bridge, and anglers are allowed to access the river from this land. Total nameplate generating capacity - 2,640,000 kW. Jones Bluff Reservoir (also known as R. E. "Bob" Woodruff Lake) impounds the Alabama River between Montgomery and Selma in central Alabama. Southwestern provides a current day schedule - online using the links to the left and by telephone at 866-494-1993 - to keep the public informed about estimated generation at the projects from which we schedule power. CCR Rule Compliance Data and Information Focus Areas: Solar Hydro Coal / Gas Gas Nuclear Anniston Army Depot Solar Fort Rucker Army Base Solar The dam is named in honor of James W. Woodruff, Sr., a Georgia businessman who spearheaded the development of the Apalachicola-Chattahoochee-Flint Project. National Water Information System: Web Interface, Accessibility Coosa River - Tallapossa River Total nameplate generating capacity - 87,750 kW, Total nameplate generating capacity - 45,250 kW, Total nameplate generating capacity 885 megawatts, Located at the SABIC plant in Burkville, west of Montgomery. The Coosa River watershed begins in Tennessee and Georgia before entering Alabama at Weiss Lake. Alabama bass growth and condition was excellent. 0000001488 00000 n A number of unique aquatic fauna still live in the area. Located approximately 20 miles northwest of Birmingham on the Locust Fork branch of the Black Warrior River. hbbbd`b``3L0 8 endstream endobj 143 0 obj <>/Metadata 4 0 R/Pages 3 0 R/StructTreeRoot 6 0 R/Type/Catalog/ViewerPreferences<>>> endobj 144 0 obj >/PageWidthList<0 792.0>>>>>>/Resources<>/Font<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text]>>/Rotate 0/StructParents 0/TrimBox[0.0 0.0 792.0 612.0]/Type/Page>> endobj 145 0 obj <> endobj 146 0 obj <> endobj 147 0 obj <> endobj 148 0 obj <>stream A year-round minimum flow has been established in the tailwaters that will mimic more natural stream conditions, enhance water quality, lower summertime water temperatures, and ultimately improve trout survival. The Lake Seminole project, originally authorized as the Jim Woodruff Lock and Dam Project by the River and Harbor Act of 1946, was the first of three locks and dams constructed for navigation, hydropower, recreation, and related-use purposes on the Apalachicola-Chattahoochee-Flint River system. Because of the shells that snails and mussels leave behind, scientists know that many snail and mussel species lived in the Coosa River basin, but some of these snail and mussel species are now extinct. Most fly anglers choose to wade. Use constitutes acceptance of General Website Terms and Conditions. Growth and condition of largemouth bass was excellent. The schedules are updated daily. Creel and possession limit is 5 fish. Policies and Notices, U.S. Department of the Interior | This is the upper end of the Alabama Scenic River Trail, a paddle and powerboat trail that ends at Fort Morgan on the Gulf of Mexico. Thats why we offer energy-related products and services specifically designed for commercial and industrial customers. Jones Bluff Reservoir (also known as R. E. "Bob" Woodruff Lake) impounds the Alabama River between Montgomery and Selma in central Alabama. A riverine section continues from the convergence of the Diversion Canal and Dead River to Neely Henry Lake. Terrapin, Big Canoe, Big Wills and Little Wills creeks are major tributaries. Slumpbusters, wooly buggers and other small streamers see success as well, and olive and black are go-to colors. The City of Montgomery is located on Jones Bluff Reservoir. Those three baits work if I'm fishing below the dam, or if I'm working some other areas down from the dam such as rock jetties or gravel bars." For the swimbait Mason will use a heavy action Dobyns DX745 Champion Extreme rod with a 6.4:1 Lew's Tournament Pro reel and 15-pound Vicious Pro Elite fluorocarbon, or 17-pound Vicious Ultimate . Carters Dam impounds about 3,200 surface acres of water with more than 60 miles of shoreline. TOMBIGBEE R AT DEMOPOLIS L&D NEAR COATOPA, AL. Construction of Allatoona Dam was authorized under the Flood Control Acts of 1941 and 1944 andbuilt to retain the Etowah River, a tributary of the Coosa River. Construction on the project began in 1957, and the project was placed in service in 1963. x]r%u,*;*Y{avKd9bK$,-aK^/ }p/gI"TX lFM?N? In all, 91 species are known from the system and 82 of those occur nowhere else. Alabama Power offers a variety of products, programs and tools to help you save money and energy in your home. 0000013594 00000 n Learn more about the Joseph M. Farley Nuclear Plant. Dam Operating Schedule and Lake Level Info. Since 1974, rainbow trout have been stocked into the cold waters of the Sipsey Fork of the Black Warrior River, the tailwaters below Smith Lake. For specific directions, water conditions, fishing reports, generation schedule and other details, check out the following resources: Ready to be outdoors this Summer? MOBILE RIVER AT RIVER MILE 31.0 AT BUCKS, AL, MOBILE RIVER AT BARRY STEAMPLANT NR BUCKS (INTAKE). Contactthe Fisheries Section's District II officefor specific questions aboutJones BluffReservoir. . L&D NR MONROEVILLE, AL. Generating Plants We own or operate 77 electric generating units with total nameplate capacity of more than 12 million kilowatts. 0000012077 00000 n However, Alabama bass feeding activity is highly influenced by current and fishing for this species can be excellent on the main river when current is present. 142 0 obj <> endobj xref Lake Jordans 6,800 acres and 188 miles of shoreline are 25 miles from Montgomery. | Jacksonville District | Savannah District | Wilmington District |. BLACK WARRIOR RIVER BELOW HOLT L&D NEAR HOLT AL. gwVY1` uM'xD:bt:JW ;f48%_qg-Rn+^ 0000001332 00000 n Construction of this multipurpose project began in 1947 and the power plant came online in 1957. Caddis and mayflies work sometimes, although the hatch of aquatic insects can be unpredictable because of the generation. Mayflies and caddis flies are present on the Sipsey Fork, but the hatching of these aquatic insects can be somewhat sporadic due to water releases. It is located on Coosa river/basin in Alabama, the US. Ants, grasshoppers and other terrestrials are viable dry fly options, as theyre prevalent on the banks of the Sipsey Fork in the warmer months. 1166 Athens Tech Rd. Before you travel and plan your next adventure, make sure to check each business/park/campsite for any closures or guidelines and for the most up to date information. The U. S. Army Corps of Engineers built the Robert F. Henry Lock and Dam to create a 12,510 acre reservoir that provides navigation, hydroelectric power generation, and recreation. The filling of the reservoir was completed in May 1950, and the power plant came online the same year. These schedules are always subject to change without notice, as water is released on a demand basis. Commanders of U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Mobile District, Walter F. George Lake & Lake George W. Andrews, Corrosion Control/Cathodic Protection (CC/CP), Selma, Alabama Flood Risk Management Feasibility Study, Okaloosa County, Florida Coastal Storm Risk Management Study, Current Dredge Plant Certification Status, Hosted by Defense Media Activity - WEB.mil. The Alabama Power Company provides real-time info on generation and water levels, and the Riverside Fly Shop . Alabama Power is one of the most respected companies in Alabama. 0000002470 00000 n ;OgGPfom}mo8i[9l:5gGnkwla~mw5`~}hUoH2o{w,M#vB5TotuW6kREjru6v3m=!lFh4wRkre{24'Kfe_Oe_6%o,v5'9Qt7v~[J ]6?v by Joshua Beckman, Birmingham Named in Outside Magazine Best Towns 2015. The water is naturally fertile and receives additional nutrients from various forms of land use within the watershed. We have the Summer outdoor gear you need to get you back on the trails! Prior to traveling to the Sipsey Fork to fish, call 1-800-LAKES-11 for the generation schedule. Travel 2 miles and turn right again onto Power House Road. This tailwater area is also popular with anglers who enjoy fishing for largemouth bass and Alabama spotted bass when shad are running along the banks. Observed water levels also are updated periodically throughout the day. The 30,200-acre Weiss Lake is almost entirely within Cherokee County, Alabama; and local businesses cater to sportsmen. The current plant capacity is 600 MW. Birthed Naked The aquatic fauna in the Coosa River basin has been changed with the addition of the six large impoundments. The Coosa River below Jordan Dam may be the best large spotted bass river fishery in the nation. A large amount of water may be discharged without warning at any time. While its not possible to wade all the way across the river in these spots, youll have ample opportunities to pursue fish that are sitting in deeper water farther away from the dam. Southeasterns Power Operations employees perform the tasks of declaring, scheduling, dispatching, and accounting for capacity and energy generated at the 22 hydroelectric projects in the agencys 11-state marketing area. BLACK WARRIOR RIVER AT HOLT L&D NEAR HOLT AL. 0000017545 00000 n BIG COVE CREEK AT DUG HILL ROAD NR HUNTSVILLE, AL. Dam Operating Schedule and Lake Level Info. Located on the Coosa River near Wetumpka. It has been developed in single phase. Located 26.8 miles above the mouth of the Coosawattee River in northwest Georgia, the Carters Dam and Powerhouse were authorized by the Rivers and Harbors Act of 1945. Enjoy the day relaxing by the lake, fishing on the peaceful Chattahoochee River, or visit the antebellum mansions located in nearby Eufaula, Alabama and Cuthbert, Georgia. The reservoir extends 48.5 miles from the dam upstream to Neely Henry dam and contains 15,263 acres. 0000013379 00000 n Jim Woodruff Dam is a hydro-electric dam on the Apalachicola River, about 1,000 feet (300 m) south of that river's origin at the confluence of the Flint and Chattahoochee Rivers. Known as the Crappie Fishing Capital of the World, fishing for largemouth bass and striped bass in Lake Weiss is also outstanding. For up-to-date information regarding the trout stocking schedule, please call (205) 339-5716. Total nameplate generating capacity - 1,220,000 kW. Flowing from below Smith Lake Dam, Sipsey Fork is a unique place to fish in Alabama. Since 1974, officials have stocked the Sipsey Fork with rainbow trout several times each year, placing the fish below the Alabama Power Companys Lewis Smith Lake Dam, about 14 miles northeast of Jasper. Total nameplate generating capacity -2,370,000 kW, Total nameplate generating capacity - 100,000 kW, Total nameplate generating capacity - 177,000 kW, Logan Martin Hydroelectric Generating Plant, Total nameplate generating capacity - 128,250 kW. Total nameplate generating capacity - 105,100 kW. Need assistance with your business needs? CHEWACLA CREEK AT CHEWACLA STATE PARK NR AUBURN, TALLAPOOSA RIVER NEAR MONT.-MONT. Loren Warren caught this 20-pound spring striper from the tailrace of Neely Henry (Logan Martin Lake) with a live shad. Gadsden is the major city in the area, and the area is close to I-59. Fish and Wildlife Service and Alabama Power Company. PINHOOK CREEK AT CLINTON AVE. AT HUNTSVILLE, AL. 0000016534 00000 n The dam impounded the Chattahoochee River, which created the Walter F. George Lake. TOMBIGBEE RIVER AT BEVILL L&D NR PICKENSVILLE, AL. For website corrections, write to CESAM-PA@usace.army.mil, An official website of the United States government. A quick release system near the Smith Dam fishing platform on the west side of the Sipsey Fork is used to stock the rainbow trout. The Buford Dam and Powerhouse are located on the Chattahoochee River at Lake Sidney Lanier in north central Georgia. Explore the ways we provide reliable, affordable electricity to 1.5 million homes, businesses and industries in the southern two-thirds of Alabama, while protecting the extraordinary natural resources of Alabama. Anglers must obtain permission from the land owner prior to walking or wading to and along the stream bank or in the water. 0000009379 00000 n 0000023155 00000 n TOMBIGBEE RIVER BEL BEVIL L&D NR PICKENSVILLE, AL. It is called Bouldin Canal and discharges directly into the Alabama River. There are also well-maintained access points at several locations from the pump station downstream to the Highway 69 Bridge. BLACKBURN FORK LITTLE WARRIOR R NR HOLLY SPRINGS, TURKEY CREEK AT SEWAGE PLANT NEAR PINSON AL. Generation schedules are available call 1-800-LAKES-11; but the schedules are subject to change without notice. 0000016934 00000 n U.S. Geological Survey Authorized by Congress in 1962, it was the first lake in the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, South Atlantic Division to have recreation designated as one of its major purposes. During off-peak periods, the units are reversed to pump water back to the upper pool and stored for later use. Before beginning its 255 mile journey through Alabama, the Coosa River is formed in Georgia with the merging of the Oostanaula and Etowah rivers.