SJR9 Summary

• Recognizes the Alabama River as an Alabama State Landmark on Rivers of Alabama Day, April 11, 2023.

• The Alabama River flows through 9 counties (Elmore, Autauga, Montgomery, Lowndes, Dallas, Wilcox, Monroe, Baldwin, and Clarke) and contributes over 300 miles to Alabama's river system.

• Highlights the river's ecological significance as host to more species of fish, mussels, turtles, and birds than most states, including 20 fish species found nowhere else in the world.

• Recognizes the Alabama River's cultural and historical importance, including use by Creek Nation ancestors, strategic role in the American Civil War, and major 20th-century transportation route for industrialization.

• Notes the river's recreational value through facilities like Claiborne Lake, William "Bill" Dannelly Reservoir (nearly 3 million annual visitors), and Woodruff Lake (over 2 million annual visitors).