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Old Lock 15 offers a public boat ramp with access to the Black Warrior River in Tuscaloosa County, Alabama. This large river system has a total length of 168 miles, an elevation range of 182 feet, and an average flow rate of over 10,800 cubic feet per second.
The boat ramp at Old Lock 15 provides a single lane for launching, along with a paved parking area and a pit toilet facility. All visitors to this site are required to pay a use fee. Prior to your trip, it's advised to check on any current park conditions or closures.
The Black Warrior River in this area is classified as a large river, with a stream order of 7. Paddlers and boaters can expect moderate flows and a gradual average gradient of 1.1 feet per mile. This makes the river navigable for a variety of craft, from kayaks and canoes to small motorized boats. Old Lock 15 serves as a convenient access point to explore this scenic stretch of the Black Warrior River.