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East Tennessee lake levels dwindle as severe drought conditions persist
By Gregory Raucoules · Jun 3, 2026 · Tennessee, Local News, News

East Tennessee lake levels dwindle as severe drought conditions persist

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — Despite recent rainfall, lake levels in East Tennessee remain low and are expected to drift lower as the region experiences historic drought conditions. Tennessee Valley Authority General Manager of River Management James Everett said Wednesday that runoff, the portion of rainfall that makes its way into bodies of water, across the [...]

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