Cheatham Lock and Dam Fishing Report
Based on live releases/levels and local weather.
Cheatham Lock and Dam fishing report based on live water release, lake level, and local weather near Ashland City, TN. Check current outflow (CFS), water level, and species-specific notes before your trip.
Cheatham Lock and Dam snapshot
Cheatham Lock and Dam sits near Ashland City, TN and is monitored by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers LRN district. Coordinates: 36.3192°, -87.2233°. Also known as Cheatham Lock & Dam.
- Latest release
- 7,200 CFS
- Recorded 2026-06-19 05:00 UTC
- Latest lake level
- 385.75 ft
- Recorded 2026-06-19 08:00 UTC
Very high release: dangerous near outlets and below the dam. Avoid swift water and follow posted warnings.
Source: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers CWMS public feeds. See the Cheatham Lock and Dam water level & flow charts for 7‑day history.