Percy Priest Lake, Reservoir near Nashville, Tennessee, US
Percy Priest Lake spans 42 miles in length with 14,200 acres of water surface and 18,854 acres of surrounding public lands near Interstate 40.
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers completed the dam project in 1967, transforming the former town of Old Jefferson into an extensive water reservoir.
The Tennessee Boat Club, Percy Priest Yacht Club, and multiple rowing organizations maintain active water sports communities throughout the seasons.
Three maintained campgrounds, eleven day-use areas, and twelve boat launching ramps provide access points around the lake for outdoor activities.
The reservoir contains 10,000 acres specifically designated for wildlife management, supporting diverse populations of fish and native species.
Location: Tennessee
Inception: 1967
GPS coordinates: 36.15694,-86.61750
Latest update: May 27, 2025 07:03
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