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1,046.80 FEET
1/27/2012
Full Pool: 1,073.0
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Water Source - A TVA impoundment of the Holston River constructed in 1943 to provide hydroelectric power, flood control and recreation. Major tributaries include Poor Valley, Ray and German creeks.
Water - Fertile and often stained from muddy runoff, or algae that produces a greenish tint. The thermocline develops in April and is most pronounced during the priod between June and September. Bottom - Rock, gravel and clay dominate the bottom. Shoreline - Much of the rolling, hilly land surrounding the lake is developed with homes and farmland. Many rocky bluffs are present around the lake. Cover - The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency has a program for the installation of fish attractors. In additiona, planting black willow and buttonbush is ongoing. Half-log nesting devices have been installed to increase natural reproduction of smallmouth bass. |
 
Quick Info About
Cherokee Lake - River: Holston River - Area: 30,200 Acres - Shoreline: 463 Miles - Length: 60 Miles - Vol: 1,565,400 Acre Ft. - Drainage: 3,428 Sq. Mi. Nearby LakesDouglas Lake17 miles
Norris Lake31 miles
Fort Loudoun Lake47 miles
Fort Patrick Henry Reservoir52 miles
Melton Hill Lake53 miles
Boone Lake55 miles
Watauga Lake75 miles
South Holston Lake75 miles
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