February 18 is known as Plug Day around Lake Martin. It is an unofficial holiday because that’s the day that Alabama Power starts filling up the lake! Goodbye 480!

If you are unfamiliar with the winter / summer water level schedule on Lake Martin, check this site for the prior years and this year’s plan.

No need to get nerdy about the water level if you are unfamiliar. Just know that this is a great time of the year. Help celebrate as Lake Martin makes its annual journey up to full pool of 490! There’s even a Facebook page these days: Plug Day