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Understanding Alabama's New ATV Titling Requirements for 2026

State of Alabama

Date: 12/27/2025

As we approach 2026, Alabama ATV enthusiasts and owners need to be aware of significant changes in how off-road vehicles, including all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), are handled under state law. A new requirement for certificates of title will take effect for vehicles manufactured in 2026 or later, marking a shift from the…

November 2025 Water Resources Outlook

NWS Southeast River Forecast Center

Date: 11/20/2025

November 2025 review of Southeast Rivers for the past month and an outlook on factors that will impact future streamflows…

October 2025 Water Resources Outlook

NWS Southeast River Forecast Center

Date: 10/20/2025

The Southeast River Forecast Center October 2025 Water Resources Outlook. This outlook reviews recent influences on Southeast US streamflow's and provides an outlook of the coming months streamflow influences…

September 2025 Water Resources Outlook

NWS Southeast River Forecast Center

Date: 9/22/2025

The Southeast River Forecast Center September 2025 Water Resources Outlook. This outlook reviews recent influences on southeast US streamflow's and provides an outlook of the coming months streamflow influences…

What Will the Long July 4 Holiday Weekend Be Like on the Water for Boaters?

BoatUS News

Date: 6/30/2025

TowBoatUS predicts more than 2,500 requests for on-water assistance SPRINGFIELD, Va., June 30, 2025 – When NOAA, The Weather Channel and even the Farmer’s Almanac all agree this summer will be hotter than average, boaters know they will need to prepare for the heat. However, on America’s July 4…

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• Surface Area: 1,850 Acres

Upper Bear Creek Reservoir was impounded in 1978 mostly as a flood control reservoir and holds 1,850 acres of water at full pool. Located near the town of Bear Creek and in the corners of Franklin, Winston, and Marion Counties, Upper Bear is one of four Tennessee Valley Authority reservoirs operated by the Bear Creek Development Authority. The primary uses of this reservoir are flood control and recreation. There is a small amount of residential development along the shoreline of Little Bear Creek Reservoir. Camping and fishing provide the main recreational opportunities. Four public access areas (Twin Forks, Mon Dye, Quarter Creek, and Batestown) and one campground (Twin Forks) service the reservoir. A BCDA fishing permit ($3/day or $20/year) is required in addition to an Alabama state fishing license. Pre-impoundment topographic maps are available through the TVA.

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Little Bear Reservoir

17 miles

Bear Creek Reservoir

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Cedar Creek Reservoir

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