Large wood carving of a river snail.

The Snail that Saved the Town

Wetumpka, AL

Located in front of the Elmore County Historical Society & Museum, this snail sculpture is a tribute to the indigenous Tulotoma Snail. To protect the snail from extinction, the nearby dam on the Coosa River increased its water flow. Lo and behold, the higher water levels brought kayaking and canoeing tourists who helped revitalize the economy.

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