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Lake Levels

Drought Conditions and Reservoir Elevations

Since the Tennessee Valley watershed is currently experiencing widespread drought, TVA provides updated weekly information on reservoir elevations and system rainfall/runoff.

Is today a good day for boating, fishing or swimming on your favorite TVA lake? Here’s where you can get all the data you need to plan your day on the water.

Get the most up-to-date information on each reservoir TVA manages, including today’s levels, predicted elevations, planned generation releases at the dams, reservoir operating guides, ecological health ratings, fish population survey results, recreation facilities and more.

NOTE: Information is updated throughout the day as conditions change, so check often.

Steering Clear of Dangers Near Dams

Planning to get out on the water today? Stay on the safe side by following basic water safety tips, and learning more about the hazards that can occur when boating, swimming or fishing near dams—including a guide to TVA’s dam warning systems.

Lake & Recreation News


"Whiskers" on a lake sturgeon help it find snails and larvae on the river bottom.

Sturgeon Going Strong

Long-term sturgeon reintroduction brings iconic fish home to the Tennessee River.

Volunteers collect trash from recreation areas and trails

Spring Cleaning

Want to enjoy the outdoors while making a difference? Join a volunteer cleanup event near you, then celebrate spring at a local event.

TVA Airboat used in surveying reservoirs for invasive species

It Takes a Team

TVA and partners see success in multipronged approach to eelgrass and other aquatic invasive weeds.

TVA's Melton Hill Campground near Lenior City, Tennessee

Re-Creating Memories

With TVA campgrounds opening March 15, teams across the Valley region are using innovative tools and hands‑on stewardship to create lasting memories.

Turbulent water at Pickwick Dam

Pickwick Dam Project Delivers Waves of Change

Historic dam focuses on grid stability and boater safety.

Try the new Lake Levels:

We’ve updated the Lake Levels information with improved navigation and functions. Find the details for your favorite reservoirs and rivers!

See what's coming!

From Summer Pools to Winter Drawdown

Aquatic Plant ID

The plant-by-plant guide provides information to help you understand when aquatic plants are most productive, where they can grow and how to identify them.

Monthly Outage

Lake levels data are briefly unavailable between 6 and 8 p.m. ET on the third Tuesday of every month due to scheduled maintenance.

Lake Info App

Screenshot of the TVA Lake Info mobile app

Access reservoir levels, dam releases and more on the go. Download the TVA Lake Info app for iPhone and Android devices.