Alabama Power has cancelled plans to temporarily lower Lake Thurlow this winter  to help control aquatic weeds. The drawdown was expected before mid-March, but a lack of consistent cold weather has forced its cancellation. 

Lingering drought conditions last year at Lake Thurlow contributed to the growth of variable leaf milfoil, an aggressive aquatic plant that forms dense mats. Drawing down Lake Thurlow and exposing the weed’s roots to freezing temperatures can help kill it.

The drawdown, coordinated with help from the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, was approved by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. Alabama Power may request approval from both agencies for a drawdown next year.

For the latest on lake levels, visit www.alabamapower.com and click on the "Lake Conditions" link at the left side of the page. Or call Alabama Power's automated Reservoir Information System at 1-800-LAKES11 (1-800-525-3711).
 
Alabama Power, a subsidiary of Atlanta-based Southern Company (NYSE:SO), provides electricity to more than 1.4 million customers across the state.