80 years ago this month, construction completed on the Dale Hollow Dam and Lake, the oldest man-made lake in the state. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers completed the dam in the fall of 1943 to help control floods. Overton County Heritage Museum Director Paula Stover said the lake took over Willow Grove, a bustling town with popular businesses, service ... Read More »
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Center Hill Dam And Resevior Water Control Manual Update
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nashville District holding a public meeting to review environmental impact of the revised Center Hill Dam and Reservoir Water Control Manual. Biologist Patrick Garner has prepared the environmental assessment for updates to the Center Hill Water Control Manual. Garner said the resulting data analysis and assessments have resulted in a finding of no significant ... Read More »
Kids Fishing Rodeo Returns To Dale Hollow
The Dale Hollow National Fish Hatchery is hosting its 23rd Kids’ Fishing Rodeo in celebration of National Fishing and Boating Week. Acting in association with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Services and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Project Leader Thomas Reeves said the event is a great opportunity for young fishers of any level to come and enjoy the ... Read More »