Tennessee Rivers And Lakes
Tennessee has long relied on its rivers for transportation, industry, and power.
The Tennessee River
The Tennessee River crosses the state from east to west. It energized trade, manufacturing, and hydroelectric power generation in cities like Chattanooga.
The Cumberland River
The Cumberland River flows through Nashville and aided the city's growth into a inland port and manufacturing center.
The Mississippi River
The Mississippi River forms Tennessee's western border. Key ports like Memphis thrived by moving goods up and down the river.
Important Lakes and Reservoirs
Tennessee also derives benefits like power and recreation from man-made lakes and dams.
Kentucky Lake
Kentucky Lake was created in the 1940s by damming the Tennessee River. It is the largest reservoir in the eastern U.S.
Percy Priest Lake
Percy Priest Lake is a popular recreation getaway near Nashville offering boating, fishing, camping, and more.
Chickamauga Reservoir
The Chickamauga Reservoir provides flood control and hydroelectric power in southeastern Tennessee.
Tennessee's rivers play a fundamental role in commerce, energy, agriculture, and tourism.
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