** 2009 DAY-USE ANNUAL PASSES HAVE ARRIVED AND ARE AVAILABLE FOR SALE. **
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Fishing Information by Phone: (931) 243-3408

Fishing is reported to be good.  Bass fishing is best during the day, while throwing soft plastics, spinnerbaits, and crankbaits around grass and cover.  Crappie are being taken during the day while fishing around grass and brush.

Currently 127 drownings have occurred on Dale Hollow Lake.  Of those fatalities, 0 were wearing life jackets.  Remember to boat smart from the start, and always wear your lifejacket. Expect the Unexpected – Wear It

As of 6:00 a.m., the lake elevation for today is 642.94 ft. above sea level and falling.  The surface water temperature is 61 degrees, and at 10 ft is 60 degrees.

Average November Pool Elevation at Dale Hollow Lake is approximately 639.00 feet above sea level.

Remember this schedule is subject to change at any time without notice.   

You may call TVA's Lake Information Line at 1-800-238-2264 to obtain the latest changes to this schedule and the weekend schedule. When calling, Select 4 - which is for water release schedules.  The code for Dale Hollow Lake is 35.  After the CFS report begins, push the # key and stay on the line for the latest generation schedule. You can also click here to visit the TVA Dale Hollow Dam web page.
 

Dale Hollow Lake Levels

The 2009 water elevations for Dale Hollow Lake will be similar to those in 2008.  Memorial Day will be targeted for an elevation around 652 and then hold that level into June until water is needed for downstream requirements.  During this time, some waterfront campsites may be affected and unavailable for use.  After June a steady withdrawal of water from storage is expected through the summer and fall.   

Actual conditions will depend on weather and water demands on the Cumberland River Basin reservoir system.

The staff at Dale Hollow does request that visitors use caution and be aware that there may be unmarked structures underwater that could damage vessels. Visitors should also be mindful of wakes, tie-ups and prop washout when near the bank and on ramps. Your courtesy will help us not add to the problem of shoreline erosion.  

Plank Yard Ramp and Primitive Camping Open- The Plank Yard Access Area, located near Byrdstown, Tennessee, is now open for use.  The Plank Yard contains both a primitive camp site and boat launching ramp that was affected by a site closure.  For additional information contact the Dale Hollow Lake Resource Manager’s Office at 931-243-3136 Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.  

Didymo

The aquatic nuisance plant Didymosphenia geminata, commonly referred to as didymo, is now in the Cumberland River below Wolf Creek Dam and downstream near the TN/KY state line.  There is no feasible control of this nuisance algae and with the current river conditions it is likely to spread throughout the river and increase in density.  It is unknown what the impacts will be to the trout fishery and the aquatic insect community in the Cumberland tailwater. In the short term, the most noticeable effect will be to anglers fishing on or near the bottom, as the cotton-like mats of algae will foul baits and lures.  Please take adequate measure to avoid spreading didymo to other waters by observing the following procedures:

Check: Before leaving a river’s edge, look for clumps of algae and sediment, and remove them from all your gear.  Leave them at the site.  Drain all water from boat, motor and trailer before leaving the area.

Clean: Soak all gear for at least one minute in a 5% (by volume) solution* of household bleach or dishwashing detergent.  All surfaces must be in contact with the cleaning solution for a full minute.  Water absorbent equipment, especially felt-soled wading boots should be soaked thoroughly to ensure complete contact.

Dry: If cleaning is not practical, after the item is dry to the touch, leave it to dry at least another 48 hours before using in another river.

*5% solution: Add 1 cup of household bleach or liquid soap to 1 gallon of water.

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Dale Hollow Lake is helping keep kids safe while on the water by participating in the BoatUS Foundation Life Jacket Loaner Program for Kids! This program, made possible by the BoatUS Foundation for Boating Safety and Clean Water, allows boaters to borrow a child’s life jacket for the day or the weekend, at no charge!

Here’s how the Life Jacket Loaner Program works. If you don’t have enough properly-fitting children’s life jackets on board, simply visit the registration centers at Dale Hollow Dam, Lillydale, Obey River or Willow Grove campgrounds or Pleasant Grove Day Use Area on Dale Hollow Lake and sign for a loaner infant, child, or youth jacket for the day or the weekend. When finished boating for the day, return the jackets to the same location. Dale Hollow Lake has been awarded five kits of 12 life jackets each, allowing hundreds of children to stay safer on the water.

You may contact Dale Hollow Dam Campground at (931) 243-3554; Lillydale Campground at (931) 823-4155; Obey River Campground at (931) 864-6388; Willow Grove Campground (931) 823-4285; or Pleasant Grove Day Use Area at (931) 243-3555 for office hours and times that life jackets may be borrowed. You can also contact the Office of the Resource Manager at (931) 243-3136 to learn more about Dale Hollow Lake’s participation in the program.

 

Schedules are subject to change without notice. 
For TVA information, call: 1-800-238-2264 or visit their Dale Hollow web page.

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Brock Jones, CELRN-CO-DAL-R
(931) 243-3136
Celina, TN   38551
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