2011 Map of Mitchell Dam

About this map

Mitchell Lake dominates this central Alabama landscape, its serpentine shoreline and numerous inlets defining the character of the region. The map centers on the massive Mitchell Dam across the Coosa River, a critical piece of infrastructure that regulates the lake's flow. Further upstream, smaller impoundments like Livingston Lake, held back by the Livingston Lake Dam, and the Woodward Lake Dam illustrate a landscape heavily modified for water management and recreation. The area is dotted with family-history landmarks, including the Old Salem Cemetery and Mount Sinai Cemetery, which speak to the deep-rooted rural communities that preceded the modern lakefront. Small-scale commerce is represented by Barretts Fish Camp, highlighting the transition from traditional agriculture to a recreation-based economy centered on the water.