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e new pavilion is the latest in a growing list of amenities offered at Alabama Power's 65 public recreation sites. It is the second pavilion Alabama Power and B.A.S.S. have worked together to build. In 2014, B.A.S.S., Alabama Power, the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, Shelby County and volunteers from Alabama B.A.S.S. Nation teamed to open a similar weigh- in pavilion at Beeswax Landing on Lay Lake. "We were thrilled to work with B.A.S.S., the Union Sportsmen's Alliance, the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources and the local community to construct this pavilion," said Zeke Smith, Alabama Power executive vice president of External Affairs. "Not only does this pavilion enhance this access point on Smith Lake, it also helps showcase the state of Alabama's beautiful waterways." e Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources donated engineering expertise to the project, and added a ramp and docks to the nearby boat launch. "We are very excited about the pavilion and the upgrades we have made to the access point at Smith Dam," said Alabama Department of Conservation Deputy Commissioner Ed Poolos. "It all works together nicely and will offer a great experience for anyone interested in visiting this beautiful lake." Project leaders said the pavilion will boost the Smith Lake community. "I have been involved with high school fishing for a number of years and the sport is rapidly growing," said Casey Shelton, business manager, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) System Council U-19. "is has been a great partnership to see come together and will benefit the local community for years to come." Community leaders said the pavilion will attract more fishing tournaments, especially among high schools and amateurs. "I am pleased to be involved in this project alongside Alabama Power and know that those that enjoy bass fishing, especially high school anglers in our community, will enjoy this pavilion and the facilities," said Alabama Senate Majority Leader Greg Reed. "is partnership with B.A.S.S., IBEW, Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, Union Sportsmen's Alliance and Alabama Power is a wonderful opportunity for Smith Lake and will promote the sport of angling for many years to come." "We so appreciate the investment Alabama Power has made in the Smith Lake Dam Pavilion," added State Rep. Connie Rowe. "For several years this area has been utilized by the Chamber of Commerce of Walker County for fishing tournaments, which bring thousands of visitors and their tax dollars into our area. is pavilion will serve as a hub for those tournaments and other events." For up-to-date information about Alabama lakes, download the Smart Lakes app to your smartphone at smartlakes.com. For more information on this or other Alabama Power public recreation sites, visit apcshorelines.com. 7 apcshorelines.com