Watts Bar Dam Reservation Boat Ramp
Small public ramp at the Watts Bar Dam Reservation on the south shore near the dam. The most direct launching point for tailwater fishing or dam-zone sightseeing. Operationally sensitive: respect posted hazardous-waters buoys and check live dam-generation status before launching.
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At a Glance
| Address | Spring City TN 37381 |
|---|---|
| Operator phone | (800) 882-5263 (Tennessee Valley Authority) |
| River mile | 530 |
| Lanes | single |
| Courtesy dock | No |
| Surface | concrete |
| Fee | Free public ramp at the dam reservation |
| Tournament use | Low |
| Region | Lower-lake-dam |
Operator: Tennessee Valley Authority.
Notes for Boaters
When turbines are spinning, current near the dam can be significant. The live generation status on the homepage shows how many turbines are online; plan to be clear of the immediate forebay before operations spin up. See the safety page for hazardous-waters guidance.
Shoreline Amenities
- Picnic shelter
- Shoreline access
Related on This Site
- All public boat ramps on Watts Bar Lake
- More about the Lower-lake-dam region
- Marinas on Watts Bar Lake
- Watts Bar Lake safety