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The Tennessee Valley Authority announced that the installation of the Wilson Lock interim guard wall has been completed.
TVA and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will seek funding for a permanent floating wall replacement while the interim ...
The main lock, which allows barges to travel around Wilson Dam on the Tennessee River, has been closed since September. An inspection found years of wear and tear had damaged the lock’s gate.
FLORENCE, Ala. (WAFF) - The Wilson Dam’s main lock is closed for repairs and could be out of commission until mid-2025. The Tennessee Valley Authority and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers officials ...
Wilson Lock will be open to the public Friday through Sunday from 7am in the morning until 7pm. As of right now there are no plans to reopen the visitor centers at Wheeler Dam or Pickwick Dam.
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (April 22, 2025) – The Wilson Lock gate repair project has experienced a schedule shift due to a combination of weather delays, technical challenges, and the sequencing of ...
Conditions near the lock and in the channel are already hazardous due to high water conditions. Authorities are asking people to stay away from Wilson Lock. They said conditions are not safe for ...
The Wilson Lock plays a critical role in the Tennessee River’s navigation system, facilitating the movement of over 11.4 million tons of goods annually between the Ohio River and the Gulf of Mexico.