Cumberland Dock Pros

Lakefront Dock Builder for Old Hickory & Percy Priest

Built for the Cumberland. Engineered to last.

Custom dock construction, dock repair, boat lift installation, and seawall work for lakefront homeowners on Old Hickory Lake and Percy Priest Lake. Corps of Engineers permitting handled from start to finish.

  • Corps of Engineers permits handled
  • Floating, fixed & covered docks
  • Boat lifts & PWC ports
  • Seawalls & erosion control
  • Dock electrical & lighting
  • Licensed & insured in Tennessee
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Dock & Lakefront Services

From a new custom dock build to last-minute repairs before the season opens, our crew handles every part of the job — including the paperwork.

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New Dock Construction

Custom floating, fixed, and covered docks designed for your shoreline and water depth. Cedar, composite, and aluminum framing options built for Cumberland River pool levels.

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Dock Repair & Restoration

Decking replacement, frame and float refits, hardware swaps, post-storm repairs, and full restorations of aging docks on Old Hickory and Percy Priest.

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Boat Lift Installation

Cradle and cantilever lifts, PWC ports, and double-stack systems sized to your boat and your slip. Sales, installation, and re-rigging of existing lifts.

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Seawall & Erosion Control

Riprap installation, seawall repair, shoreline stabilization, and bank restoration for lakefront lots losing ground to wakes and weather.

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Dock Electrical & Lighting

GFCI-protected dock outlets, lift power, underwater fish lights, soft path lighting, and shore-power systems wired for safety on the water.

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Gangways & Ramps

Aluminum gangways, articulating ramps, swim ladders, and access systems engineered for changing pool levels and steep lots.

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Corps of Engineers Permits

We handle the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers permit application for new docks, modifications, and shoreline work — including drawings and submittals.

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Hardware & Accessories

Cleats, bumpers, ladders, swim platforms, kayak racks, jet ski ports, dock boxes, and replacement floats. We source and install.

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Dock Inspections

Pre-purchase and seasonal inspections for buyers, sellers, and current owners. Detailed reports on structural condition, hardware, and permit status.

Built for Two Lakes

We focus on the lakes we know best. Both Old Hickory and Percy Priest are Corps of Engineers reservoirs — each with its own permit process, pool fluctuations, and shoreline character.

Old Hickory Lake

22,500 acres • 440 miles of shoreline • Sumner & Davidson Counties

Premium lakefront in Hendersonville, Old Hickory, Gallatin, and Mount Juliet. Stable summer pool, deeper coves, and active boating traffic — docks here need to handle real wake.

  • Hendersonville dock construction
  • Old Hickory dock repair
  • Gallatin boat lift installation
  • Mount Juliet seawall & riprap

J. Percy Priest Lake

14,000 acres • 213 miles of shoreline • Davidson, Rutherford & Wilson Counties

Hermitage, Antioch, Smyrna, La Vergne, and Mount Juliet shorelines. Variable winter drawdown means floating systems, articulating ramps, and shoreline stabilization matter even more here.

  • Hermitage dock builder
  • Antioch boat dock repair
  • Smyrna boat lift install
  • Mount Juliet shoreline restoration

Lakefront Craftsmanship on the Cumberland

A dock isn't a deck — it's a structure that has to live in the water, take a hit from every wake boat that rolls by, and survive winter drawdowns year after year. The wrong build shows up in two seasons.

Cumberland Dock Pros focuses exclusively on lakefront work in Middle Tennessee. We build, repair, and re-engineer docks, boat lifts, gangways, and seawalls on Old Hickory Lake and Percy Priest Lake — and we handle the Corps of Engineers paperwork that scares off most contractors.

You'll work with the same crew from estimate to install. We don't subcontract the welding, we don't disappear after the deposit, and we don't pad the bid. Just clean lakefront craftsmanship from people who actually use these lakes.

2Lakes We Specialize In
100%Licensed & Insured
CorpsPermits Handled In-House
LocalMiddle Tennessee Crew

Lakefront. Local. Lasting.

Honest dock work, on the lakes we call home.

Lakefront Areas We Serve

Custom dock work and shoreline services across Old Hickory Lake, Percy Priest Lake, and the Cumberland River corridor.

Hendersonville37075
Old Hickory37138
Mount Juliet37122
Hermitage37076
Lakewood37138
Gallatin37066
Antioch37013
Smyrna37167
La Vergne37086
Donelson37214
Lebanon37087
Madison37115

Why Lakefront Owners Choose Cumberland Dock Pros

A lakefront home is a serious investment. The dock attached to it deserves a builder who actually specializes in this kind of work.

Two Lakes, Deep Focus

We don't do retaining walls in subdivisions or pour patios on the weekend. We build for Old Hickory and Percy Priest — and we know every cove.

Corps of Engineers Permits

New docks, modifications, and shoreline work on these lakes require USACE approval. We prepare drawings, write submittals, and handle the back-and-forth.

Built for Drawdown

We design for real Cumberland River pool fluctuations — articulating ramps, properly sized floats, and anchor systems that don't fail in February.

One Crew, Start to Finish

No bait-and-switch subcontractors. The crew that bids the job is the crew that builds it — welding, decking, electrical, and clean-up.

Licensed & Insured

Fully licensed and insured in Tennessee. Lakefront jobs carry real risk on the water — your project is documented and covered.

Local Owned & Operated

Middle Tennessee crew, year-round. When you call, you talk to the people who'll be on your dock — not a call center.

Lakefront Dock Questions, Answered

The questions we hear most often from Old Hickory and Percy Priest homeowners.

Do I need a Corps of Engineers permit for a new dock on Old Hickory or Percy Priest?
Yes. Both Old Hickory Lake and J. Percy Priest Lake are managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and any new dock, modification, or shoreline work requires a permit. We handle the application, drawings, and review process as part of our build.
How much does a new dock cost on Old Hickory Lake?
Dock pricing depends on size, materials (cedar vs. composite vs. aluminum), float vs. fixed configuration, whether a boat lift or cover is included, and your specific cove conditions. Submit the form above and we'll provide a free, itemized estimate.
Can you repair my existing dock instead of replacing it?
Often, yes. Decking, hardware, floats, and even structural framing can usually be repaired or replaced in sections. We'll inspect the dock first and tell you straight whether a repair makes sense or if a rebuild is the smarter long-term decision.
What boat lifts do you install?
We install cradle lifts, cantilever lifts, vertical lifts, and PWC (jet ski) ports sized to your boat's weight, length, and the depth of your slip. We can also re-rig and service existing lifts that aren't working right.
How long does it take to get a Corps permit?
Corps review times vary by season and workload. We'll give you a realistic estimate when we scope the project, and we keep the application moving — but the agency timeline isn't something any contractor controls. Plan to start the permit process well before you want to build.
Do you handle seawall repair and riprap?
Yes. Shoreline stabilization is a major part of what we do — riprap installation, seawall repair, bank restoration, and erosion control for lots losing ground to wake and weather. Shoreline work also typically requires Corps approval, which we manage.
Can you wire electrical and lighting on my dock?
Yes. We install GFCI-protected dock outlets, boat lift power, underwater fish lights, low-voltage path lighting, and shore-power systems. All electrical work is permitted and code-compliant for wet locations.
Do you serve both Old Hickory and Percy Priest?
Yes — those are our two specialty lakes. We work the full shoreline of both, plus the Cumberland River corridor through Davidson, Sumner, Wilson, and Rutherford counties.
I'm buying a lakefront home — can you inspect the dock before closing?
Absolutely. Pre-purchase dock inspections are one of the smartest things a lakefront buyer can do. We provide written reports covering structural condition, hardware, electrical, permit status, and what it will cost to bring the dock up to your standards.

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