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Summer 2017
After major rainfall deficits last summer, ample rains returned this spring to restore greenery, supply runoff, and help maintain reservoir levels impacted by drought last year. Most reservoirs reached summer pool early this year, ahead of the normal June 1 target date. That means lots of folks out enjoying the unmatched recreational activities offered across the TVA public lands and waterways in the form of fishing, boating, hiking, biking and many other activities made possible by our Natural Resources teams. It also means managing lots of water across the Valley and running through the Tennessee River system. This spring over Earth Day weekend, the National Weather Service reported record rainfall for Knoxville and the Tri-Cities and above average rainfall totals in many other areas. Through it all, our River Management and Dam Safety teams have done a great job of managing the river to best serve residents of the Valley. Management and stewardship of our public lands and waters; sustainable recreational opportunities; economic development; and improving quality of life in the Tennessee Valley are important parts of TVA’s mission of service and our commitment to you. This issue of River Neighbors features stories and information on these and other activities TVA is involved with to help make life in the Valley better. We’ve also included some ideas and reminders of the outstanding recreational opportunities which abound in the region we serve. We encourage you to get outdoors, take advantage of these opportunities and, most of all, be safe and enjoy! David Bowling Valley Lakes Worth Billions
A detailed study by the University of Tennessee’s Institute of Agriculture has concluded the combination of aquatic recreation and waterfront property along the Tennessee Valley Authority’s managed river system creates $11.9 billion worth of annual economic impact—the equivalent of $1 million per shoreline mile. #TVA Fun: Cool Collectable Cards
It’s year two of #TVA Fun! Please keep up the good work and continue sharing your stories and photos on Instagram or Twitter using #TVAfun, or via Facebook using our #TVAFun tab. Also new this year are our Retro-Modern Trading Cards, which you can get at our visitor’s centers at Fontana, Norris and Kentucky dams, or at any of our offices. Collect and trade! Whitewater Fun For Years To Come Whitewater recreation on the Ocoee River is set to continue well into the future under a new partnership between the Ocoee River Outfitter Association, the State of Tennessee, the United States Forest Service and the Tennessee Valley Authority. Need Info? Try TVA’s Public Land Information Center
TVA's Public Land Information Center is your single source for answers to questions about a variety of public land topics. Call (800) 882-5263 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. Eastern (7 a.m. and 5 p.m. Central). Better Lake Info on Your Mobile Device
Available for iPhone and Android devices, TVA’s popular Lake Level App has now been updated and upgraded to provide a new, more user-friendly interface and faster processing speeds. Dam Safety and Awareness
Dam Safety directly impacts TVA’s mission by supporting energy, the environment and economic growth. This was recognized May 31 on Dam Safety Awareness Day and every day at TVA. Sign-up to receive River Neighbors to your inbox. We hope you will stay connected with us, but if you need to unsubscribe, we will remove you from the list. |
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