Tag Archives: Meadow Park Lake

Crossville’s Meadow Park Lake is considering adding walleye as a new target species for anglers. Through a partnership with TWRA, the lake is currently fielding local guest opinions as to whether the addition would be welcomed. Meadow Park Lake Manager Kyle Presson said the recreational fisherman on the lake he has talked to showed some interest. “TWRA’s come out and ... Read More »

Preliminary estimates to raise the dam at Crossville’s Meadow Park Lake some 18 feet could be in the neighborhood of $50 million to $100 million. Consultant Kevin Young said Tuesday night at a City Council work session that is based on wetland and stream mitigation requirements both at the state and federal levels. Young said the next step would be ... Read More »

A project that would create a long-term solution for potable water in Cumberland County is entering its second phase. The Crossville City Council received a progress report from the consulting firm leading the work Tuesday night. The project would raise the Meadow Creek Park Dam in Crossville by 20 feet. Consultant Kevin Young said 360 acres of extra water storage ... Read More »

Crossville will raise its property tax rate to assist the city in completing capital projects in the upcoming fiscal year. City Manager Greg Wood said the general fund budget is currently $19.6 million with projected revenues of $20.1 million. Wood said the property tax rate will go up 15 cents. “We were looking at a tax hike last year, but ... Read More »