Ala. Code § 16-47-195
The University of Alabama, in addition to other powers, shall have the right, power and authority to construct and operate suitable public service or recreational privileges and conveniences on any land or water embraced within the scope of this article and to charge and collect reasonable fees for the use of same and to enter into contracts for the operation of any such privilege or convenience and to enter into contracts with the federal government and with states, counties, municipalities, corporations, associations or individuals for the purpose of constructing, planning, utilizing, developing, expanding, protecting or maintaining any such privileges or conveniences or any building or facility appertaining thereto.
Ala. Code § 16-47-195 (1975)