06/15/2026
๐๐ถ HIWASSEE RIVER WATER UPDATE! ๐ถ๐
โHey river lovers! โ๏ธ Due to the summer drought schedule, water releases at the Apalachia Powerhouse are staying the same for two more weeks. Here is everything you need to know to plan your next kayaking, rafting, or paddling trip! ๐
โ๐๏ธ Now through Friday, June 26
โWe will continue the drought schedule for 2 more weeks. Friday, June 26 will be the final day for the shorter weekday schedule:
โMonday โ Friday: 11:00 AM โ 4:00 PM ๐
โSaturday โ Sunday: 11:00 AM โ 7:00 PM ๐
โ๐ข Starting Saturday, June 27 (Through Labor Day Weekend)
โGet ready for more time on the water! Extended summer hours kick off a couple of days early on Saturday:
โMonday โ Sunday: 11:00 AM โ 7:00 PM EVERY DAY! ๐โจ
โ๐บ๐ธ 4th of July & Beyond
โHoliday Weekend: TVA will keep us updated before the 4th of July weekend on any potential changes to the schedule. ๐ข
โAfter Labor Day: Water will be available on Saturdays, and TVA will try their best to provide Sunday water releases as well! ๐ค๐
โStay safe, watch the clock, and enjoy the river! ๐ฒ๐ถโ๏ธ
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