What is TVA land?

The United States of America owns and TVA manages approximately 293,000 acres of land Valley-wide (TVA public lands) as part of our mission of service. Much of this land is undeveloped, meaning just that—wild land available for informal recreation, untouched by civilization and free from modern facilities.

Can you buy land from TVA?

If you’re buying waterfront property: TVA owns land or land rights (such as a right to flood the land or prevent certain construction) along most reservoir shoreline. It’s important to understand the TVA land and land rights before you list, sell or buy waterfront property. Not sure?

Is all TVA land public?

In general, TVA public land is available to the general public to enjoy for low-impact recreational activities such as hiking, bird watching, bank fishing and hunting (unless otherwise posted). High-impact recreational activities, such as motorized vehicle use or long-term camping, are generally not allowed.

Can I hunt on TVA land?

Hunting is prohibited on some TVA lands, such as dam reservations, power plant reservations, substations, campgrounds and day-use areas. Be aware of where you are and what’s around you.

Does TN have BLM land?

In 2013, there were 47,427 active leases covering 36.09 million acres of federal land nationwide. Of that total, two leases covering 736 acres were in Tennessee. In 2013, out of 3,770 new drilling leases approved nationwide by the BLM for oil and gas exploration, 18 leases (0.004 percent) were in Tennessee.

Is TVA privately owned?

Despite its shares being owned by the federal government, TVA operates like a private corporation, and receives no taxpayer funding. The TVA Act authorizes the company to use eminent domain.

Is it illegal to collect driftwood in Tennessee?

(3) Gathering or collecting for personal use reasonable quantities of natural products of a renewable nature including but not limited to fruits, berries, and driftwood is permitted; however, the gathering or collecting of such products for the purpose of commercial sale or other commercial use is prohibited.

Is there Boondocking in Tennessee?

There are many beautiful places to go boondocking in Tennessee. You can choose to head to Knoxville and Chattanooga on the east side of the state to experience the grandeur of the Cumberland Mountains. Alternatively, consider camping for free in Tennessee near Nashville.

Who owns the TVA?

the U.S. government
TVA is the largest public power company in the United States. It’s called “public” because it’s owned by the U.S. government, unlike most companies that are owned by individual people or investors. Through its plants that make electricity, TVA supplies power to 10 million people in the southeastern United States.

Is TVA a union?

The workers represented by the TVA Trades and Labor Council are the backbone of TVA and our ability to serve the people of the Tennessee Valley. Representatives from both the TVA and labor unions further their partnership with a 10-year contract extension.

What is TVA’s policy on managing its lands?

Accordingly, it is TVA’s policy to manage its lands to protect the integrated operation of the TVA reservoir and power systems, to provide for appropriate public use and enjoyment of the reservoir system, and to provide for continuing economic growth in the Valley.

What is TVA’s land?

TVA’s lands are the sites for its power generating system and the arteries for delivering power to those that need it. Many of the region’s parks, recreation areas, and wildlife refuges that are so important for the region’s quality of life grew up from lands that TVA made available.

How many acres of TVA land are available for recreation?

Recreation on Undeveloped TVA Public Lands The United States of America owns and TVA manages nearly 293,000 acres of land Valleywide (TVA public lands) as part of our mission of service. Much of this is undeveloped land, meaning just that—wild land available for informal recreation, free from modern facilities.

How many TVA lands are open for hunting in Tennessee?

Tennessee offers various hunting opportunities for the majority of game species. This map source includes coverage for all 31 tva lands open for hunting management units in Tennessee and is based on the official boundaries published by the Tennessee Valley Authority.