I can't remember the last time that TVA brought KY Lake up to summer pool this early. Right now she's at about 358.60-ish. I don't see any significant water in the other pools, above or below the dam that would necessitate this early rise. I suspect that TVA is expecting the Drought to extend for another year and may be "Stocking" some water for later this summer.

I think this late Spring and early rise is gonna be real good for the Crappie Spawn if TVA doesn't pull the rug out from under them.