Surface height against full-pool height, not stored water
Reservoir conditions
Outflow
13,000 cfs
River
Cumberland
Dam type
Non-Hydropower
Common questions
Is Old Hickory Lake full?
No. Old Hickory Lake is 2.5 ft below full pool (447.0 ft).
Is Old Hickory Lake low?
It is below full, but not at a severe low. Confirm with Tennessee Valley Authority before you go.
How deep is Old Hickory Lake?
This page publishes surface level, not depth. The latest reading is 444.49 ft. Full pool is 447.0 ft. Depth varies by location on the lake.
What is the water temperature at Old Hickory Lake?
No water temperature is published for Old Hickory Lake.
Can I launch a boat at Old Hickory Lake?
Levels are below full. Confirm access with Tennessee Valley Authority before you go — this page does not track individual boat ramps.
About Old Hickory Lake
Old Hickory Lake is located in TN at coordinates 36.2978°N, 86.6550°W. Water level data is provided by Tennessee Valley Authority. The full pool elevation is 447.0 ft. The latest reading is 444.49 ft. Its surface sits at 99.4% of its full pool elevation — a ratio of heights, which is not the same as the share of water stored.
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