Lock operator recalls service at Hales Bar Dam

Earl Keeler, 91, recalls working for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nashville District at Hales Bar Navigation Lock from 1960 to 1967. The retired lock operator visited the decommissioned lock Dec. 19, 2013 and reminisced about the days when he locked through ships and barges delivering commerce up and down the Tennessee River at the site in Jasper, Tenn. (Video by Lee Roberts)

[@TheDamGuide]

Great history, glad you all got to record a bit of firsthand history from the lock side of the dam!

[@jeffchilders236]

What's up buddy when are you going to have new video Mister dam guide

[@mdbassin6267]

great video - looks like Earl passed away at the age of 99