County Line Road

County Line Road provides boat access to Cherokee Lake on the Holston River system in Mooresburg, Grainger County, Tennessee. Cherokee Lake is a major impoundment on the Holston River, which is a significant waterway with an average flow of nearly 4,900 cubic feet per second. The ramp location sits at approximately 247 meters elevation and offers access to a water body with a substantial drainage area of 3,642 square miles. This is a major river system suitable for various boating activities, though conditions can vary depending on dam operations and seasonal water levels.

The Holston River through Cherokee Lake offers opportunities for motorboats, kayaks, and canoes, though paddlers should be aware that this is an active navigation channel. The average water velocity of roughly 5 feet per second indicates moderate flow conditions in the main channel. Boaters should check current dam operations and water release schedules, as these can significantly impact water levels and conditions. The river has a gentle average gradient of 2.5 feet per mile in this section, making it generally suitable for mixed recreational boating, though skill level recommendations depend on specific conditions at time of visit.

Access via County Line Road provides a public launch point to this major waterway. Visitors should verify current conditions and any access restrictions before arrival, as water levels and boating conditions can change seasonally and with dam operations by the Tennessee Valley Authority.