Because of low levels on Coosa River reservoirs, weekend recreational releases of water from Jordan Dam are being suspended the weekend of Sept. 24-25.
The low water levels on Coosa reservoirs are the result of little rain and increased demand for hydroelectric power over more than two weeks of unseasonably warm weather. Reservoirs on the Warrior and Tallapoosa rivers are experiencing similar low water conditions.
The weekend releases below Jordan Dam normally take place from mid June until the end of October. The releases are designed to accommodate kayakers and other water enthusiasts.
Depending on conditions along the Coosa, the recreational releases could be resumed at a later date. The availability of water for releases will be assessed weekly.
People with boats and other water-related equipment and facilities should always be alert to conditions on Alabama Power reservoirs, and take the necessary steps to protect their property.
For updated information about lake levels, call Alabama Power's automated Reservoir Information System at 1-800-LAKES-11 (1-800-525-3711).
The low water levels on Coosa reservoirs are the result of little rain and increased demand for hydroelectric power over more than two weeks of unseasonably warm weather. Reservoirs on the Warrior and Tallapoosa rivers are experiencing similar low water conditions.
The weekend releases below Jordan Dam normally take place from mid June until the end of October. The releases are designed to accommodate kayakers and other water enthusiasts.
Depending on conditions along the Coosa, the recreational releases could be resumed at a later date. The availability of water for releases will be assessed weekly.
People with boats and other water-related equipment and facilities should always be alert to conditions on Alabama Power reservoirs, and take the necessary steps to protect their property.
For updated information about lake levels, call Alabama Power's automated Reservoir Information System at 1-800-LAKES-11 (1-800-525-3711).