Alabama Power Seeks Approval for New Dam-Area Docks
Published Date: 1/22/2025
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Summary
Alabama Power Company wants to build new docks on land and water near Martin Dam in Alabama. This change could affect local communities and the environment, and the public has until February 14, 2025, to share their thoughts or get involved. No big money changes are mentioned, but this is a chance to speak up about how the project impacts the area.
Analyzed Economic Effects
1 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 0 costs, 1 mixed.
New Residential Dock at Martin Dam
Alabama Power Company applied to allow Harmony Cove, LLC to build one residential dock in Elmore County at the Martin Dam project that would accommodate 16 watercraft. The licensee previously permitted a ten-slip dock and concrete boat ramp in 2021; together the proposal would allow the ramp and two docks to accommodate a total of 26 watercraft. The Commission is accepting comments and motions to intervene through February 14, 2025.
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