Tims Ford Dam, Elk River Boat Ramp
Launch Conditions
Good to launchConditions look good for launching.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 8:03 PM
- Water level
- 9.29 ft
Live from the National Weather Service, USGS, and NOAA. A guide, not a substitute for official forecasts and your own judgment.
Live Water Conditions on Tims Ford Reservoir
Updated 34 min agoSource: USGS station 03596075 — SINKING POND AT AEDC, TN · 14.3 mi from Tims Ford Reservoir
Launch Light & Moon — July 3
local timeWaning Gibbous (85% illuminated). Good fishing outlook — the moon is approaching a major phase.
Location
Quick Facts: Tims Ford Dam, Elk River
| Location | Tennessee |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Tims Ford Reservoir |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Rating | 4.7/5 (28 reviews) |
| Coordinates | 35.196957, -86.277945 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Franklin County |
Tims Ford Dam, Elk River is a public boat launch providing access to Tims Ford Reservoir in Tennessee at coordinates 35.19696, -86.27794. Rated 4.7/5 based on 28 Google reviews.
Tims Ford Dam, Elk River is a public boat launch on Tims Ford Reservoir in Franklin County, Tennessee. As a public launch it is open to all boaters; state- and county-run ramps like this are typically free or charge only a modest day-use fee. This page shows live USGS water level and temperature, sunrise, sunset, and moon-phase times for the launch, updated automatically. There are 6 other mapped boat ramps within about 15 miles if conditions here aren't right.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Tims Ford Dam, Elk River
Is Tims Ford Dam, Elk River free to use?
Yes, Tims Ford Dam, Elk River is a public boat launch with free access in Tennessee.
How is Tims Ford Dam, Elk River rated?
Tims Ford Dam, Elk River has a 4.7 out of 5 rating based on 28 Google reviews from boaters.
What water does Tims Ford Dam, Elk River access?
Tims Ford Dam, Elk River provides boat launch access to Tims Ford Reservoir in Tennessee.
How do I get to Tims Ford Dam, Elk River?
Tims Ford Dam, Elk River is located at coordinates 35.196957, -86.277945 in Tennessee. Use the "Get Directions" buttons on this page to navigate with Google Maps or Apple Maps.
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Alternative Boat Launches Nearby
The area surrounding Tims Ford Dam, Elk River includes 6 other public boat ramps within 2.7 mi, giving boaters flexibility in choosing their access point.