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Old Hickory Lake This is the official Old Hickory Lake page managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nashville District. Have fun. Be safe. Wear your life jacket!

The Nashville District U.S. Army Corps of Engineers welcomes you to Old Hickory Lake. The lake provides a variety of outdoor recreational opportunities including fishing, hunting, camping, picnicking, boating, canoeing, hiking, horseback riding, and others.

Make memories that last a lifetime — and make sure they’re good ones!Whether you’re boating, fishing, paddling, or simpl...
10/26/2026

Make memories that last a lifetime — and make sure they’re good ones!

Whether you’re boating, fishing, paddling, or simply enjoying time near the water, play it safe by wearing a properly fitted life jacket.

You need the right gear for any sport, including paddling. Wearing the right life jacket and other equipment that is des...
10/17/2026

You need the right gear for any sport, including paddling. Wearing the right life jacket and other equipment that is designed for your water recreational activity can make your time in and on the water even more fun, so

Sydney Curnes and the Tennessee Silver Jackets team earn national recognition from the National Flood Risk Management Pr...
10/14/2026

Sydney Curnes and the Tennessee Silver Jackets team earn national recognition from the National Flood Risk Management Program as Coordinator of the Year and Team of the Year. Discover how their interagency collaboration strengthens flood monitoring and community resilience across Tennessee after Hurricane Helene. Full article: https://www.army.mil/article/296098

10/14/2026

History charting through our locks and rivers ⚓️!

The legendary USS LST-325, the last fully operational Landing Ship, Tank from WWII, recently completed an incredible journey down the Cumberland River.

The LST-325 relied on the navigable waterways and lock systems maintained by the USACE Nashville District to travel safely from state to state. From adjusting ballast tanks for shallow river depths to maneuvering into our lock chambers, our lock masters and the ship’s crew worked together to keep this incredible piece of history moving. While the 2026 fall tour has wrapped up, you can still step aboard this living museum by visiting its permanent home port in Evansville, Indiana.

Check out our video and read our article below to learn more about the history of the LST-325, and it's journey through our locks!

https://www.army.mil/article/296089

We can knot believe how fast summer is ending. 😉 Knowing how to tie correct and crisp knots regardless of the season wil...
10/11/2026

We can knot believe how fast summer is ending. 😉 Knowing how to tie correct and crisp knots regardless of the season will ensure you keep your vessel secure, avoid accidents, and are prepared for any situation on the water.

Always wear an engine cutoff device and a life jacket. If you capsize, stay with your boat, unless the shore is very clo...
10/09/2026

Always wear an engine cutoff device and a life jacket. If you capsize, stay with your boat, unless the shore is very close. The lake’s shore may look easy to reach, but often cold water, waves, current, exhaustion, or injury can make the swim deadly.

While Hurricane Isaias is currently tracking to just brush our area with 0.75 to 1.25 inches of rain, the USACE Nashvill...
10/08/2026

While Hurricane Isaias is currently tracking to just brush our area with 0.75 to 1.25 inches of rain, the USACE Nashville District is actively managing our lakes to prepare for any sudden forecast changes.

The silver lining to this year’s historic drought? 🌧️

Our reservoirs, including Wolf Creek, Dale Hollow, and J. Percy Priest, have plenty of room to safely store any heavy runoff. We urge all marina operators and dock owners to stay weather-aware over the next 72 hours and secure their property just in case. The public should pay attention to flood warnings and flash food alerts from the National Weather Service. Most of all stay safe! ⚓

Click the link below to learn more about how USACE Nashville is preparing for the storm! 👇
https://www.army.mil/article/296043

10/08/2026

Lucas Hix earns top honors across the region. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nashville District Commander Lt. Col. Guillermo Guandique presents Hix with the Great Lakes and Ohio River Division Natural Resources Management Employee of the Year Award.

At Cordell Hull Lake, Hix manages Defeated Creek Campground, directs more than 160 dedicated volunteers to generate over $233,000 in operational savings, and leads crucial hearing protection trials for park rangers patrolling federal waters.

Full article: https://www.army.mil/article/296008

🎃👻 Halloween is almost here! 👻🎃Looking for some fun, water-safety-themed Halloween activities? Check out the Bobber Hall...
10/06/2026

🎃👻 Halloween is almost here! 👻🎃

Looking for some fun, water-safety-themed Halloween activities? Check out the Bobber Halloween Pack at www,Bobber.info featuring fun pumpkin stencils and a Bobber mask! You can also find the Life Jacket-o’-Lantern paper model activity — the perfect way to add a little water safety to your Halloween fun.

And remember, the best safety trick is to keep a close eye on children and make sure they wear a properly fitted life jacket whenever they’re in, on, or near open water — including lakes, rivers, and ponds.

Have a safe, spooky, and fun Halloween!

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5 Power Plant Road
Hendersonville, TN
37075

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Monday 7:30am - 4pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 4pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 4pm
Thursday 7:30am - 4pm
Friday 7:30am - 4pm

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(615) 822-4846

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