Logan Martin Lake Protection Association effort slated for April this year
When Logan Martin Lake Protection Association first formed in the 1980s, its mission was to protect the lake through advocacy during the so-called “water wars” with Georgia.
That state was trying to divert water upstream to a burgeoning Atlanta population before it crossed the line into Alabama and made it into the Coosa River and Logan Martin Lake.
Today, protection is still at the heart of its mission, but it has evolved well beyond the advocacy role.
From water testing to preserving wetlands to installing lighted buoys, LMLPA brings together a lake community to protect, promote and preserve this place they call home.
One of LMLPA’s major initiatives is an annual partnership with Renew Our Rivers and Alabama Power Co. to clean up the lake and keep it clean. The 2026 clean-up is set for April 11-18, when volunteers will head to the lake to clean up their shorelines in an organized effort.
On April 11 and April 18, LMLPA volunteers will be handing out bags, gloves and a free T-shirt from 8 a.m. to noon at six locations – Blue Eye Creek, Clear Creek Harbor, Lakeside Park, Woods Surfside Marina, Coosa Island Marina and Riverside Landing. Dumpsters will be located at those sites for deposits throughout the clean-up period.
“We’ve gotten really good response,” said LMLPA President Neal Stephenson. Tracking the success, he noted that 11 tons were collected two years ago. In 2025? It was 20 tons as more volunteers joined the effort.
He encouraged lake residents to participate in LMLPA, suggesting it as a means of supporting efforts to improve the lake and connect with others.
Upcoming is a member social slated for April 9 at 6 p.m. at St. Simon Peter Episcopal Church in Pell City. The public is invited.
Editor’s Note: For more on LMLPA or to join, go to lmlpa.org.
