Smith Lake could reach 521.7 feet by Thursday, residents urged to monitor conditions
Smith Lake could reach 521.7 feet by Thursday, residents urged to monitor conditions Updated Mar 31, 2021; Posted Mar 31, 2021 Facebook Share Heavy rains have resulted in high water levels at Smith Lake. Lake operator Alabama Power said spillway operation plans are ready in the event the lake approaches the spillway crest elevation of 522 feet. Currently, the lake is at 520 feet and 4 inches; it’s expected to rise to around 521.7 feet by Thursday night. Smith Dam does not have spillway gates or floodgates but does have a natural, geological spillway designed to allow the lake the lake to ...
Source: al.com