Smith Lake Live Cam

Situated on the Sipsey Fork of the Black Warrior River

What You're Watching

This camera provides a live view of Smith Lake. History Lewis Smith Lake is a man-made reservoir located in north-central Alabama in the United States. It was created in 1961 by the construction of the Lewis Smith Dam on the Sipsey Fork of the Black Warrior River. The lake covers an area of over 21,000 acres and has over 500 miles of shoreline. The lake was named after Lewis Martin Smith, an Alabama Power Company executive who was instrument.

Best Times to Watch

Time / PeriodWhat to expect
Early mornings 6–9am localQuietest — best light on water; surfers and fishermen active
Midday (11am–2pm) in seasonPeak beach activity; clearest water visibility in sunlight
SunsetGolden light — often most visually dramatic period
Storm / approaching weatherCheck wave size and conditions before visiting

Quick Facts

History & Context

History Lewis Smith Lake is a man-made reservoir located in north-central Alabama in the United States. It was created in 1961 by the construction of the Lewis Smith Dam on the Sipsey Fork of the Black Warrior River. The lake covers an area of over 21,000 acres and has over 500 miles of shoreline. The lake was named after Lewis Martin Smith, an Alabama Power Company executive who was instrumental in the construction of the dam. The purpose of the dam was to generate hydroelectric power and to provide flood control for the region.

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