Kidde Fire Extinguisher for Boats, Single-Use 5BC
Safety • Boating
Combats Marine Fires: Stop basic fires common to boats: flammable liquids and gases (Class B) & electrical equipment (Class C)
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Overview
Lake Guntersville is a large reservoir in northern Alabama on the Tennessee River, formed by Guntersville Dam in the late 1930s. At roughly 69,000 acres, it is the largest lake entirely within the state and occupies a central position in the Tennessee River basin. Its scale and connection to the regional navigation and power system make it a major water resource for north Alabama.
The shoreline is long and irregular, with broad main-river sections, winding creek arms, and shallow flats that support extensive aquatic vegetation. Submerged timber, ledges, points, and defined river and creek channels create varied structure across the basin. Grass beds, docks, and transitional banks add further habitat diversity from the upper river reaches through the main lake.
Lake Guntersville is widely regarded as one of the premier largemouth bass fisheries in the United States, with strong populations of crappie, catfish, and other sport species as well. The lake is operated by the Tennessee Valley Authority for hydropower, navigation, and flood management while serving as a major destination for boating, fishing tournaments, and waterfront recreation across the Tennessee Valley.
About This Lake
Learn how this lake is managed, what affects its water level, and where Lake Insights gets its data.
Lake Guntersville is a 69,000-acre reservoir on the Tennessee River managed by Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA). It plays an important role in flood control, hydropower generation, navigation, and water supply.