Not Old Hickory specific, but I toss the net along the wall of the powerhouse away from the turbines, along the flood gates, and along the lock walls. Currents seem to concentrate them in certain areas, but that can change from day to day.
Don't throw in a heavy current area unless you have someone with you who can help you if you get hung up. Also don't tie the end of the line to your arm when throwing in the current, because if the net gets hung, it can separate you from your boat in an undesirable way. A buddy of mine got in bad trouble below the Nick one time. Luckily another boat helped him out.
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