Fishing Frenzy

Located in the west central part of the state, Tuscaloosa is the fifth largest city in Alabama. Tuscaloosa, Alabama is famous for being the home of the University of Alabama. It is a hub for industry, commerce, healthcare, and education for the western half of the state.

Tuscaloosa is also known as a great recreational city. Lake Tuscaloosa is a 5,855 acre reservoir lake created by damming off the North River in'70. It was created as a means of providing water for the residents and the industry in an around Tuscaloosa.

Before the creation of the new reservoir, the region used Lake Nicol and Harris Lake as the regions water source for both residential and industrial purposes. Presently, Harris Lake only serves industrial needs and Lake Nicol is used primarily as a backup water supply.

Lake Tuscaloosa serves as a source for recreation to locals and visitors. The lake is used for boating, fishing, and water sports. These activities have led to the construction of lake homes and communities to provide seasonal and primary homes.

Lake Tuscaloosa has 177 miles of beautiful shoreline. The lake drains into the Black Warrior River basin. This spot is famous for fishing the abundant population of Alabama spotted bass, largemouth bass, bluegill, redear sunfish, and white crappie.

Legacy Point is a 55 acre private community that offers six Craftsmen inspired three or four bedroom homes with stone and cedar shingle exteriors, large porches and decks that provide great lake views. These homes have between 1,800 to 3,600 square feet and are priced around $450,000 and up. Lake view or lakefront home sites are priced from $180,000 to $270,000.

Closing Comments

Legacy Point has 55 home sites available for initial sale. Purchasers have 1 year from purchase to complete construction. Once the properties are sold, they will only be available through the real estate market. All homeowners have a boat slip in the community marina.