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311.47 FEET
9/3/2010
Full Pool: 311.9
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Gadsden Times Date: 9/2/2010 7:15:23 PM Gadsden Timesby Sarah Dudik ALDOT crews have been working to repair some of the metal pieces under the bridge on Meighan Boulevard over the Coosa River… Read More
Daily Home Online Date: 9/2/2010 2:57:09 AM ... a resolution Wednesday morning paving the way for the establishment of a new Public Park Authority to oversee the Coosa River Valley Recreation Area… Read More
Daily Home Online Date: 9/2/2010 2:42:46 AM Lincoln's City Council unanimously approved a resolution establishing a Public Park Authority to oversee the proposed Coosa River Valley Recreation Area in… Read More
St. Clair Times Date: 9/1/2010 4:52:16 PM The city is also one of the partners in the bond issue for the surface-water treatment plant on the bank of the Coosa River, on Alabama 144 near Ragland… Read More
Rome News Tribune Date: 9/1/2010 2:47:45 AM by Staff Reports Early bird registration ends Monday for the third annual 7 Hills 3 Rivers Adventure Race benefitting the Coosa River Basin Initiative on… Read More |
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MITCHELL LAKE BUSINESSES
Located just off I-65 and ten miles due east of the city of Clanton in central Alabama, Lake Mitchell is a 5,850-acre impoundment on the Coosa River with 147 miles of shoreline. The Lay Dam tailwater area at the upper end of the lake is a popular recreational area to many anglers with ample bank fishing access. Impounded by Alabama Power in 1922, an abundance of material left behind serves as fish habitat. Lake Mitchell is very fertile and supports high densities of sport fish and forage species. The lake was constructed to provide flood control, and supply hydroelectricity to central Alabama; however, the lake has become very popular for various types of recreation including boating, swimming and fishing.
Public boat ramps, private boat ramps, and several private marinas provide access to Mitchell Lake. Two popular boating access areas include Higgins Ferry on the west side of the lake and Barrett’s Fish Camp (launch fee) to the east, although several private marinas located on the lake also include boat ramps. Topographic maps of Lake Mitchell are available at local marinas and sporting goods stores. |
Quick Info About
Mitchell Lake - River: Coosa - Area: 5,850 Acres - Shoreline: 147 Miles - Length: 14 Miles - Avg. Depth: 29 Ft. - Vol: 172,000 Acre Ft. - Drainage: 9,778 Sq. Mi. |
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