115 0 obj <>/Filter/FlateDecode/ID[<1D47339CFA586382E28464A2D78A434F>]/Index[91 57]/Info 90 0 R/Length 113/Prev 1501351/Root 92 0 R/Size 148/Type/XRef/W[1 3 1]>>stream Privacy downstream to Hwy. Norris Reservoir is the confluence of the Powell and Clinch River basins and it is one of the largest of TVAs 10 tributary storage reservoirs. These fish kills were the result of toxic spills that originated near Carbo. Notes: Water release schedules are updated periodically throughout the day. To find the Carterton access, take route 614 off of route 640, then take a left onto route 855 and turn right across the railroad tracks and continue to the river. The diluted wastes in the Clinch River flow into the Tennessee River 20.8 miles downstream from the entry of Whiteoak Creek. Clinch was the name of an 18th-century explorer of the area. 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[1] Folk etymology, however, provides a more colorful account: the river received its name after a pioneer fell into it, and shouted "Clinch me! Gradient: 10 ft/mile. Many anglers believe that even larger trout are here. Nine to twelve foot leaders tapered to 4x - 7x tippets. This float will take anglers through some beautiful scenery on the way to the Virginia-Tennessee border. Please see Float Trips/Ramps under Maps for more information about facilities. WebSignificantly higher flow rates could shorten the time it takes the water to rise after onset of generation by approximately 15 minutes. Be sure to notice the platforms placed high among the sycamores. The Clinch River flows southwestward for 300 miles (480km) from its headwaters in Virginia through the rugged, sparsely populated hills of northeastern Tennessee before emptying into the Tennessee River near Kingston. The Clinch, Powell and Holston rivers run nearly parallel courses through the remote mountains and valleys of southwestern Virginia and northeastern Tennessee. Folk songs from the construction period express enthusiasm for the benefits that the dam project brought to the region. Growing up near the Clinch River, Holston River, Hiwassee River, and other East Tennessee Tailwaters has provided us with fabulous tailwaters to pursue Trophy Rainbow and Trophy Brown Trout. In early May through the first part of July, we have a sulphur mayfly hatch that can be very exciting to fish. Approximately one-third of Caryville, at the head of the reservoir's Cove Creek embayment, was flooded and a number of structures in the town had to be moved. In fact, the Clinch and its tributaries are the only Virginia waters where sauger are present. Distance: 7.1 miles Boone resided for some time near Castlewood, and negotiated the river during his many trips through Southwest Virginia. Distance: 8 miles 7 days 30 days 1 year Clinch River at Cleveland, VA - 03524000 April 3, 2023 - April 10, 2023 Apr 04 Apr 05 Apr 06 Apr 07 Apr 08 Apr 09 Apr 10 0.00 0.20 0.40 0.60 0.80 1.00 No data available Value Status Time Statistics are not available at this monitoring location for the data type: Hide statistics Important Data may be provisional - learn more Put in at the Cleveland access and rig up for flat water fishing. The Clinch and Powell River drainage basins are separated by Powell Mountain. Distance: 7.9 miles National Water Information System: Web Interface, Accessibility [1] Hungarian-American architect Roland Wank (18981970) revised the initial plans from Bureau of Reclamation engineers, and gave the poured-concrete Norris Dam a modernist style, which was controversial and advanced for the era of construction, but the result would eventually succeed in elevating Roland Wank to the position of Chief Architect for TVA from 1933 through 1944. hb```VVa20p,sjM[bE 2M;a>?X-X3] Ty9{ Le}>I;?R;wlgkeKVo4X?)T|EGN|h? Along with the reservation maintained by TVA for the operation of Norris Dam, most of the lower Norris Reservoir is surrounded by conservation lands, including Norris Dam State Park adjacent to the reservation, the Cove Creek Wildlife Management Area across the lake to the north, and the Chuck Swan State Forest, which protects a large undeveloped area a few miles upstream. The dam's tailwaters are part of Melton Hill Lake, which stretches for 56 miles (90km) along the Clinch from Norris to Melton Hill Dam. It was the first tailwater in Tennessee to receive trout, and it's been a famed destination for world class trout ever since. Takeout is on the right, just downstream of the Route 65 bridge at Dungannon. WebThe Clinch River is a river that flows southwest for more than 300 miles (480 km) through the Great Appalachian Valley in the U.S. states of Virginia and Tennessee, gathering various tributaries, including the Powell River, before joining the Tennessee River in Kingston, Tennessee . Conversely, it takes different amounts of time for water to fall out after a period of high generation. The river is dammed by Norris Dam in Anderson County, Tennessee and once released, the Clinchs tailwater offers 13 majestic miles of world class trout fishing and fantastic paddling. Current streamflow conditions and water data for Tennessee. The Burtons Ford site is an informal access that can be located by taking route 65 south out of Castlewood, then bearing right onto route 611 to the river. Launch at the Clinchport ramp and tie on a small, deep-diving crankbait. It generally takes the water a few hours to reach different places on the river. {}N`Ym//%,;B3$ /]w ", supposedly meaning "clench me" or "grab me". The Tennessee General Assembly fulfilled this requirement technically by meeting in Kingston for one day, and then voting to move the capital city elsewhere. Millers Yard to DungannonMap 865.200.5271 While droughts include low flows, a continuous seasonal low-flow event is not necessarily a drought. WebFrom its origin near the town of Tazewell, the Clinch River flows some 135 miles through the heart of Southwest Virginia, reaching portions of Tazewell, Russell, Wise and Scott Counties before crossing the Tennessee state line. Hiring the right Fly Fishing Guide for your East Tennessee Fly Fishing Adventure can be important. WebNOTE: Forecasts for the Clinch River near Speers Ferry are issued routinely year-round. Distance: 8 miles Most of this float is through slow moving water, so allow ample time to cover the distance between access points. Clinch me! The other ledge is located on down the river, and should also be portaged to the left. The Hill Station access can be found off of route 645 on the southeast side of the river. The best months to fish the Clinch are March through August and October through November. Fort Blackmore to Hill StationMap Before being dammed, the Clinch River was a major producer of freshwater mussels and pearls. The Clinch River Breeder Reactor is a 975 MWt sodium cooled fast breeder demonstration plant to be located in the TVA network on a site on the Clinch River near Oak Ridge, Tennessee. The Clinch River is dammed twice, by Norris Dam and Melton Hill Dam. These last free-flowing tributaries of the Tennessee River system harbor the highest concentrations of globally rare and imperiled fish and freshwater mussels in the U.S. Reading the TVA Generation Schedule can be daunting, and the generation schedule differs from one tailwater to the next. The plant was converted from burning coal to natural gas in 2016. Current streamflow conditions and water data for Tennessee. Remember, discretion is the better part of valor. At 1 or 2 generators, the water is too high to safely wade. These last free-flowing tributaries of the Tennessee River system harbor the highest concentrations of globally rare and imperiled fish and freshwater mussels in the U.S. WebThe Clinch River flows southwestward for 300 miles (480 km) from its headwaters in Virginia through the rugged, sparsely populated hills of northeastern Tennessee before emptying into the Tennessee River near Kingston. Locked padlock The slow and deep pools are good habitat for sunfish, catfish, walleye, and musky. Most recent flow and stage for Tennessee (Stations highlighted in red are currently above flood stage) USGS station ID USGS station name NWS flood stage (ft) Most recent stage (ft) CLINCH RIVER NEAR LOONEYS GAP, TN : 3.48: 1,480: 38,200: 2023-04-15 03:15:00: LGPT1: 03528000: CLINCH RIVER ABOVE TAZEWELL, TN: 12: 2.68: 1,740: It's also a very rich tailwater, full of aquatic invertebrates. Late winter and early spring are the best times to target walleye. The Tennessee flow report | streamflow & reservoir levels provides essential river data for 104 USGS gauges including streamflow rate, gauge height, water temperature, and more. A treaty between the Cherokees and the white settlers was signed at Southwest Point, allowing the capital of Tennessee to be moved there. Captain Rocky Cox has been guiding Fly Anglers for well over ten years. On most days we never see another angler until we reach the boat ramp at the end of the day. WebThe Clinch River is the crown of the mountain empire flowing southwestward from its origin near the town of Tazewell, the Clinch travels some 135 miles, reaching portions of Tazewell, Russell, Wise, and Scott counties on its way to the Tennessee state line. 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WebThe Clinch River is a river that flows southwest for more than 300 miles (480 km) through the Great Appalachian Valley in the U.S. states of Virginia and Tennessee, gathering various tributaries, including the Powell River, before joining the Tennessee River in Kingston, Tennessee . The river is dammed by Norris Dam in Anderson County, Tennessee and once released, the Clinchs tailwater offers 13 majestic miles of world class trout fishing and fantastic paddling. For U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Operated Reservoirs. Saturday: 9am 4pm, Spring has sprung and pretty much every piece of water, As I type, a significant squall line is making its way. TVA subsequently purchased the assets of the former Tennessee Electric Power Company, including some dams which had been built prior to Norris Dam. A peninsula located at the mouth of the Clinch River, called Southwest Point, was the site of an early frontier fort which has been recently reconstructed. As the project called for the construction of recreational areas along the lakeshore, TVA built two supplemental damsCaryville Dam and Big Ridge Damto impound Cove Lake and Big Ridge Lake, respectively, and ensure these small lakes would remain filled year-round. Takeout is just downstream of the swinging bridge. WebThe Clinch River is located about 20 minutes north west of Knoxville. The majority of the food base is comprised of small midges and sow bugs. WebFirst, lets talk about the river - The Clinch River flows about 300 miles from Virginia to Tennessee. Course [ edit] WebThe Clinch River originates in Southwest Virginia an flows through the Great Appalachian Valley southwest into Tennessee. This float is through high gradient habitat that should provide excellent smallmouth bass fishing. Fishing The Clinch During High Water In A Boat. The Clinch River is famous for fat fish on small bugs. Copyright 2011 Rocky Top Anglers. WebFirst, lets talk about the river - The Clinch River flows about 300 miles from Virginia to Tennessee. Gradient: 2.5 ft/mile. While droughts include low flows, a continuous seasonal low-flow event is not necessarily a drought. [1] The town of Norris, Tennessee was initially built as a planned community to house the workers involved in the construction of this dam. Walleye are often caught below ledges and riffles. Takeout is on the left side of the river, just upstream of the route 645 bridge. Also, TVA may run big water through the dam when the demand for electricity is high, particularly in the summer. The word "Pellissippi" was long said to have been the Cherokees' name for the river and was purported to mean "winding waters" in the Cherokee language. WebThe Clinch River is a year round fishery with stream flows being the only limiting factor. Its highly recommended that you go down with someone who knows the river and can point out landmarks/places where you can take out and potential hazards. Knoxville, TN 37919 The Clinch also fishes well with a streamer rod. The Clinch River Breeder Reactor is a 975 MWt sodium cooled fast breeder demonstration plant to be located in the TVA network on a site on the Clinch River near Oak Ridge, Tennessee. Just downstream of Fort Blackmore lies Pendelton Island. Clinch river fly fishing has a protected slot limit on the tailwater. Distance: 3.7 miles Net dependable capacity is the amount of power a dam can produce on an average day minus the electricity used by the dam itself. Webflow 4/11 Colbert County, Alabama 03592500 BEAR CREEK AT BISHOP,AL. The office is located at the UVA-Wise Oxbow Center in St. Paul and is by appointment only due to staffing. The FEMA Web Mapping Service (WMS) is down. URL: https://waterdata.usgs.gov/tn/nwis/current?PARAmeter_cd=STATION_NM,DATETIME,00065,00060,MEDIAN Speers Ferry to State LineMap Several smaller 30-foot (9.1m) earthen dams were built along reservoir tributaries to house fish hatcheries. We offer wade and float trips on the Clinch River. [5] Former variations of the name included "Clinch's River", "Clench River", "Clinches River" and "Fiume Clinchs". WebThe dam is 265 feet high and stretches 1,860 feet across the Clinch River. Later in the summer, small olive and black caddis and beetles become the dry fly of choice. The continuous release of radioactivity to the Clinch River during nearly 20 years of ORNL opera Norris Dam is a hydroelectric and flood control structure located on the Clinch River in Anderson County and Campbell County, Tennessee, United States. Return to Area Map Upstream Gauge: Downstream Gauge : Flood Categories (in feet) Major Flood Stage: 32 River Stage Reference Frame Gauge Height Flood Stage Uses; NWS stage: 0 tfR9u.. The river does show signs of human alteration, however. ) or https:// means youve safely connected to the .gov website. Norris Reservoir is the confluence of the Powell and Clinch River basins and it is one of the largest of TVAs 10 tributary storage reservoirs. WebThe Clinch River flows southwestward for 300 miles (480 km) from its headwaters in Virginia through the rugged, sparsely populated hills of northeastern Tennessee before emptying into the Tennessee River near Kingston. Part of the opposition was from Senator Norris, who advocated a government-sponsored dam at the site, arguing that a private entity would be almost wholly concerned with power generation rather than flood control and coordination with projects elsewhere in the valley. Norris Dam is located at just over 79 miles (127km) upstream from the mouth of the Clinch, immediately downstream from the river's confluence with Cove Creek, which joins the river from the northwest. Webwaste waters in Whiteoak Creek flow into the Clinch River at a point 3.3 miles downstream from the ORNL area. Put in at the Puckett Hold landing described above and take out on the left side of the river at the Nashs Ford landing on secondary route 645. Most recent flow and stage for Tennessee (Stations highlighted in red are currently above flood stage) USGS station ID USGS station name NWS flood stage (ft) Most recent stage (ft) CLINCH RIVER NEAR LOONEYS GAP, TN : 3.48: 1,480: 38,200: 2023-04-15 03:15:00: LGPT1: 03528000: CLINCH RIVER ABOVE TAZEWELL, TN: 12: 2.68: 1,740: The Clinch River above Clinton, Tennessee (tailwaters of Norris Dam) is stocked with rainbow trout and brown trout by the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency. University of Georgia Press: 2005. 2023 Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources. Proximity to Knoxville and Oak Ridge means you will rarely have the river to yourself. United States. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites. WebHistorical Flow Data. The Clinch River is super cold year round, with an average water temperaturenear 50 degrees. The river flows from the base of 265 foot high Norris Dam. WebThe Clinch River is Tennessees oldest trout tailwater. By contrast, a drought is an event that results from an extended period of below average precipitation. Take out is on the left side of the river at Burtons Ford. If the water is a little off-color or there is overcast, casting large streamers on sinking lines can yield some very large fish throughout the Clinch during high water. Some of the displaced in the aftermath of the Norris Project would commit suicide, unable to bear the stress of the loss of their lifestyles.[15]. It begins at State Route 693 in Pisgah and ends at the Tazewell/Russell County line at State Route 629. Dungannon to Route 659Map Although the landscapes have changed along the Clinch, the rugged and unique river still remains. The Clinch River has a lot to offer those who want to escape the familiar and explore the life of a river. The diluted wastes in the Clinch River flow into the Tennessee River 20.8 miles downstream from the entry of Whiteoak Creek. Norris Lake, the largest reservoir on a tributary of the Tennessee River, has 33,840 acres (137km2) of water surface and 809 miles (1302km) of shoreline. Gradient: 2.0 ft/mile. Policies and Notices, U.S. Department of the Interior | Two notable falls are encountered on this float. 04/11 11:15 CDT 6.22 2,830 1,670 Dekalb County, Alabama 03572690 SOUTH SAUTY CREEK NEAR [6] On July 30, TVA renamed the Cove Creek project for Senator Norris and began preparations for the dam's construction. The Cleveland access is located off of secondary route 600, and is adjacent to the baseball field. Other local activities include the near by Great Smoky Mountains National Park as well as the Museum Of Appalachia. The diluted wastes in the Clinch River flow into the Tennessee River 20.8 miles downstream from the entry of Whiteoak Creek. 147 0 obj <>stream A power plant sits on the Clinch River at Carbo in Russell County, Virginia. The extremely deep lake is what keeps the water cold that flows from the base of the dam. WebIt generally takes the water a few hours to reach different places on the river. Norris Dam is a straight concrete gravity-type dam. For Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) Operated Reservoirs. As early as 1911, the present site of Norris Daminitially called the "Cove Creek site"was identified as a prime location for a sizeable dam. Title: USGS Current Conditions for Tennessee The continuous release of radioactivity to the Clinch River during nearly 20 years of ORNL opera Norris Dam is a hydroelectric facility. Language links are at the top of the page across from the title. It has two generating units with a summer net dependable capacity of 126 megawatts. The Clinch River is considered navigable in Virginia from the confluence of Indian Creek to the Tennessee state line, but there is no formal access above Blackford. Gradient: 17.2 ft/mile. It flows out of Norris Dam and runs for 14 miles before it empties into Melton Hill Lake. WebIt generally takes the water a few hours to reach different places on the river. The river flows from the base of 265 foot high Norris Dam. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers utilizes the CASCADE model to provide daily flow estimations for the Ohio River and many of its tributaries. Clinchport to Speers FerryMap Please contact the Marion office (276-783-4860) with any questions about the Clinch River. Among the native gamefish in the river are the smallmouth bass, spotted bass, walleye, and sauger. Our most popular trips are the full day floats.A full day float trip on the Clinch Rivercovers 7 miles of water through mostly private land. Why aren't the FEMA National Flood Hazard Layers showing on the ESRI Map?Possible reasons: Note: Your zoom level may have changed. Webwaste waters in Whiteoak Creek flow into the Clinch River at a point 3.3 miles downstream from the ORNL area. The Clinch River is located about 20 minutes north west of Knoxville. WebThe Clinch River flows southwestward for 300 miles (480 km) from its headwaters in Virginia through the rugged, sparsely populated hills of northeastern Tennessee before emptying into the Tennessee River near Kingston. But, the variety of sport fish is what makes the Clinch a great destination for anglers. The Tennessee record brown trout came from the waters of the Clinch River. Striped bass and white bass, migrants from Norris Reservoir in Tennessee, are sometimes caught on this float. View the Enhanced Operating Capability Products and Services StoryMap here. Discharges are in cubic feet per second and are reported at the end of the hour. Distance: 9 mile WebNOTE: Forecasts for the Clinch River near Speers Ferry are issued routinely year-round. Proximity to Knoxville and Oak Ridge means you will rarely have the river to yourself. [1] In fact, the Mitchell Map (17551757) labels a tributary of the "Pelisipi River" as "Clinch's River". WebAbout Clinch Scenic River The Clinch River rises in Southwest Virginia near Tazewell, Virginia and flows nearly 300 miles southwest through the Great Appalachian Valley, gathering various tributaries including the Powell River before joining the Tennessee River in East Tennessee. The act authorizing TVA's establishment (signed on May 18, 1933) authorized TVA to immediately begin construction on a dam at the Cove Creek site. endstream endobj startxref WebFirst, lets talk about the river - The Clinch River flows about 300 miles from Virginia to Tennessee. Other local activities include the near by Great Smoky Mountains National Park as well as the Museum Of Appalachia. Proximity to Knoxville and Oak Ridge means you will rarely have the river to yourself. All bass less than 20 inches must be released. To prevent flooding in the town of Saint Paul, the river was re-routed around the town. AeVa@h5v]6+()Q+yiVu,+z1v B 3L!T2i`!4Xa"lsabD`@` @)W{"au@KL/+0^iL4eDlx#Lo~ M!6bWiF b{>&@ These shooting platforms are often located at perilous heights, and are easy to spot when floating the river. While access is easy, finding fish can be more challenging. Box 67, Saint Paul, VA 24283; Phone: 276-762-5076; Email: clinchriver@dcr.virginia.gov The Sugar Hill Unit of Clinch River State Park is open from 6 a.m. to dusk. Gradient: 3.0 ft/mile. Nashs Ford to Cleveland Map The Clinch River fishes well year round. Norris Reservoir is the confluence of the Powell and Clinch River basins and it is one of the largest of TVAs 10 tributary storage reservoirs. Clinch river fly fishing has a protected slot limit on the tailwater. The Tennessee record brown trout came from the waters of the Clinch River. hbbd```b`` QD:Hv,XLHk`R,"E@$w+0ifH]ii@N:g]zg`b @b Norris proposed constructing a network of dams throughout the valley to help regulate its outflow into the lower Mississippi River. 7 days 30 days 1 year Clinch River at Cleveland, VA - 03524000 April 3, 2023 - April 10, 2023 Apr 04 Apr 05 Apr 06 Apr 07 Apr 08 Apr 09 Apr 10 0.00 0.20 0.40 0.60 0.80 1.00 No data available Value Status Time Statistics are not available at this monitoring location for the data type: Hide statistics Important Data may be provisional - learn more Next-day release schedules are usually available by 6 p.m. of the current day. Anglers looking to fly fish on the Clinch would do well to use a Clinch River fly fishing guide for their first time. ALDRIDGE C AT SHERWOOD DR NR HUNTSVILLE, ALA, HUNTSVILLE SP BR AT JOHNSON ROAD, HUNTSVILLE AL, MCDONALD CREEK AT PATTON ROAD NR HUNTSVILLE AL, WARTRACE CREEK BELOW COUNTY ROAD AT WARTRACE, TN, OBED RIVER AT ADAMS BRIDGE NEAR CROSSVILLE, TN, BASSES CREEK AT LAKE TANSI NR CROSSVILLE,TN, MANSKER CREEK AT HWY 41 NEAR MILLERSVILLE, TN, STONES RIVER AT US HWY 70 NEAR DONELSON, TN, CUMBERLAND RIVER AT STONES RIVER NEAR HERMITAGE,TN, CUMBERLAND RIVER AT BRILEY PKWY NR INGLEWOOD, TN, SEVENMILE CREEK AT BLACKMAN RD,NR NASHVILLE TN, MILL CREEK AT THOMPSON LANE, NEAR WOODBINE, TN, CUMBERLAND R AT OMOHUNDRO WTR PLT AT NASHVILLE, TN, W F BROWNS C AT GLENDALE LANE AT NASHVILLE, TN, BROWNS CREEK AT STATE FAIRGROUNDS AT NASHVILLE, TN, WHITES C AT OLD HICKORY BLVD AT WHITES CREEK, TN, RICHLAND CREEK AT HARDING PLACE AT BELLE MEADE, TN, RICHLAND CREEK AT CHARLOTTE AVE, AT NASHVILLE, TN, CUMBERLAND RIVER AT BRILEY PKWY AT COCKRILL BEND, RICHLAND CREEK AT HWY 64 BYPASS AT PULASKI, TN, NOLICHUCKY RIVER BELOW NOLICHUCKY DAM, TN, NORTH CHICKAMAUGA CR AT MILE STRAIGHT, TN, SOUTH CHICKAMAUGA CREEK NEAR CHICKAMAUGA, TN, FRIAR BRANCH AT POLYMER DR AT CHATTANOOGA, TN, LOOKOUT CREEK AT MILE 2.6 NR WAUHATCHIE, TN, SOUTH FORK FORKED DEER RIVER NEAR OWL CITY, TN, BEECH RIVER BELOW WOLF CREEK NEAR LEXINGTON, TN, JENNINGS CREEK AT RILEY CR RD AT WHITLEYVILLE, TN, STOCK CREEK AT MARTIN MILL RD NR KNOXVILLE, Conner Ck at E Gallaher Ferry Rd nr Farragut TN, RUNNING REELFOOT BAYOU BELOW REELFOOT SPILLWAY, MIDDLE FORK FORKED DEER RIVER NEAR FAIRVIEW, DUCK RIVER AT MILE 156 NEAR POTTSVILLE, TN, DUCK RIVER AT CRAIG BRIDGE RD AB WILLIAMSPORT, TN, CLEAR CREEK AT LILLY BRIDGE NEAR LANCING, TN, EAST FORK STONES RIVER NEAR LASCASSAS, TN, WEST FORK STONES RIVER AT MURFREESBORO, TN, SOUTH FK CUMBERLAND RIVER AT LEATHERWOOD FORD, TN, WEST PRONG LITTLE PIGEON R NR GATLINBURG, TN, LOOSAHATCHIE RV AT SINGLETON PKWY NR BARTLETT, TN, FLETCHER CREEK AT SYCAMORE VIEW ROAD AT MEMPHIS, WOLF RIVER AT HOLLYWOOD ST AT MEMPHIS, TN, NONCONNAH CREEK AT FARRISVIEW RD AT MEMPHIS, TN, NONCONNAH CREEK AT RIVERPORT RD AT MEMPHIS, TN, CUMBERLAND RIVER BELOW CORDELL HULL DAM, TN, SOUTH FORK OBION RIVER NEAR GREENFIELD, TN, NORTH FORK OBION RIVER NEAR MARTIN, TN (CE), HARPETH RIVER AT MILE 90.5 NEAR FRANKLIN, TN. Gradient: 10 ft/mile. Net dependable capacity is the amount of power a dam can produce on an average day minus the electricity used by the dam itself. Damage to buildings and roads. Net dependable capacity is the amount of power a dam can produce on an average day minus the electricity used by the dam itself. Our most popular trips are the full day floats.A full day float trip on the Clinch Rivercovers 7 miles of water through mostly private land. There are a couple of ledges and falls in this float that may require you to portage, depending on the water level. Wear your life jacket, and if you think you might have trouble negotiating a piece of water, portage your boat and equipment around the obstruction. There are no FEMA National Flood Hazard Layers for the location which you are viewing on ESRI Maps. U.S. Geological Survey The Clinch River and the Emory River were considered the economic heart of the pearl industry, and the state of Tennessee was one of the top six states in the United States for pearl production. This float will bring the floater into different habitat types. The infrastructure project was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2016. Follow route 608 under the railroad tracks and to the river. Our Fly Fishing Guides, Rocky Cox and Doug Moore offer guided fly fishing trips on all of the top tailwaters in east Tennessee. Put in at the Hill Station access described above. The best months to fish the Clinch are March through August and October through November. This float includes a lot of flat water. https://waterdata.usgs.gov/tn/nwis/current? The Second Baptist Church of Clinton is another popular spot thats easy to wade around in and gives you a lot of opportunities to wade well after generation begins. 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