Sounds like an emergency. I know the feeling. Below the dam I Would think should be pretty good right now.
Below the dam-near the dam is where you want to go. At least it's where I would go if I was fishing in Louisville.
I am sure somebody on here will help you. I haven't been over there in a few years. Usually people's fishing over there are pretty helpful because there are more than enough fish to go around.
Also check out the Clarksville boat ramp on Harrison Ave. Depending on how the dam is operating there could be people fishing there from the bank. If you are looking for just smallies, I am not very familiar with that.
Below the dam Is one of the best places to fish.
Do a search on here for McAlpine dam.
PM if you like. Maybe I can tell you what I know over the phone