
Lake Levels
Reservation Closures
South Holston Dam Reservation, Watauga Dam Reservation, Douglas Tailwater Campground and Watauga Dam Campground are currently closed due to the impacts of flooding caused by Tropical Storm Helene.
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
An Enduring Mission
Civil engineer Miles Yaw earns TVA’s Engineer of the Year award.
Birds on the Brain
Though the days are short, the lack of leaves and rich resources make fall and winter the perfect seasons for birding.
Keeping It Clean
Students and volunteers board boats to help keep TVA’s Fontana Reservoir clean.
36 Hours to Demopolis
As two storied entities unite for emergency repairs at a Southern river lock, TVA’s flagship vessel shines.
Agents of Change
TVA-sponsored workshops help conservation partners link actions on land to water health in northern Alabama’s Paint Rock River.