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Bear Creek Reservoir Businesses
Bear Creek Reservoir, also known as Big Bear, was first impounded in 1969 mostly as a flood control reservoir and holds 670 acres of water at full pool. The lake was drained in 2005. Located approximately 20 miles southwest of Russellville in Franklin County, it is one of four Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) reservoirs operated by the Bear Creek Development Authority. The primary uses of this reservoir are flood control and recreation.
Bear Creek Reservoir is wild and scenic as no residential development mars the lakes shoreline. Camping and fishing provide the main recreational opportunities. Two public areas (Piney Point and Horseshoe Bend) provide boat ramps and campgrounds. |
Nearby LakesLittle Bear Reservoir4 miles
Cedar Creek Reservoir10 miles
Upper Bear Reservoir19 miles
Marion County Lake25 miles
Pickwick Lake32 miles
Wilson Lake39 miles
Monroe County Lake46 miles
Lamar County Lake46 miles
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