Johnson County topographic map

Gatlinburg is nestled within the Appalachian Mountains, specifically at the junction of the Ridge-and-Valley and the Blue Ridge provinces, making its topography notably rugged and varied. The town itself sits at an elevation of approximately 1,500 feet above sea level, surrounded by steep ridges and deep…

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Knoxville features a diverse topography characterized by its position in the Great Appalachian Valley. The city sits at an elevation of approximately 886 feet above sea level, nestled between the Great Smoky Mountains to the east and the Cumberland Plateau to the west. This geographical setup results in a…

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Average elevation: 2,625 ft

The elevation at Elizabethton Municipal Airport is 1,593 feet (486 m) ASL (the highest point of elevation in Carter County is at Roan Mountain with an elevation of 6,285 feet (1,916 m) ASL), and the airport is located on the eastern side of the city along State Highway 91 Stoney Creek Exit. Elizabethton is…

Average elevation: 1,729 ft

Sevier County features a diverse and dramatic topography shaped by its proximity to the Great Smoky Mountains. This region is characterized by significant elevation changes, ranging from the low river valleys at about 850 feet near the French Broad River to the towering peaks of the Smokies, including…

Average elevation: 1,965 ft

Just to the north and west of Townsend, the Foothills Parkway is a national parkway that traverses Chilhowee Mountain and offers multiple scenic overlooks at high elevations, with views of the Smokies to the south and the Tennessee Valley and Cumberland Plateau to the north and west. As of 2016, road…

Average elevation: 1,234 ft

Mountain City is a town in and the county seat of Johnson County, Tennessee, United States. The population was 2,383 at the 2000 census and 2,531 at the 2010 census. It is the northeasternmost county seat in Tennessee. In addition, at an elevation of 2,418 feet (737 m), it has the distinction of being the…

Average elevation: 2,713 ft

Nashville-Davidson, features a diverse topography characterized by its position in the Nashville Basin and the Highland Rim. The terrain is predominantly hilly, with elevations ranging from approximately 385 feet at the Cumberland River to around 1,163 feet in areas like Radnor Lake State Natural Area. This…

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According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 624 square miles (1,620 km2), of which 622 square miles (1,610 km2) is land and 2.0 square miles (5.2 km2) (0.3%) is water. Most of Greene County is located within the Ridge-and-Valley Appalachians, a range characterized by long, narrow ridges…

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The highest point is Melton Hill (35°54′35″N 84°18′19″W / 35.90962°N 84.30525°W / 35.90962; -84.30525) on the DOE reservation, at elevation 1,356 feet (413 m).

Average elevation: 951 ft

Chattanooga showcases a diverse and striking topography that is defined by its position within the Appalachian region. Nestled between the rugged Ridge-and-Valley Appalachians and the Cumberland Plateau, the city is framed by dramatic hills and valleys, creating a visually compelling landscape. The Tennessee…

Average elevation: 1,086 ft

Hendersonville features a varied topography that enhances its appeal as a lakeside community. The area is predominantly characterized by gentle rolling hills and valleys that rise gradually from the shoreline of Old Hickory Lake, which itself covers approximately 22,000 acres. The elevation in Hendersonville…

Average elevation: 512 ft

Average elevation: 1,427 ft

Crossville is located at the center of Cumberland County at 35°57′15″N 85°1′53″W / 35.95417°N 85.03139°W / 35.95417; -85.03139 (35.954221, -85.031267). The city is situated atop the Cumberland Plateau amidst the headwaters of the Obed River, which slices a gorge north of Crossville en…

Average elevation: 1,814 ft

Memphis is characterized by a varied topography shaped by its location on the Chickasaw Bluffs overlooking the Mississippi River. The city itself sits at an elevation of about 300 feet, providing a scenic view of the river valley below. To the west, the landscape transitions into the Mississippi Alluvial…

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The town straddles a narrow stretch of the Cumberland Plateau known colloquially as "Monteagle Mountain". This stretch of the plateau is approximately 2 miles (3 km) wide, with steep drop-offs to the northwest and southeast. Monteagle lies at an elevation of just under 2,000 feet (610 m) above sea level. By…

Average elevation: 1,598 ft

Like much of the rest of the state, Bristol has a humid subtropical climate (Köppen climate classification: Cfa), although with significantly cooler temperatures, especially in the summer, due to elevation; it is part of USDA hardiness zone 6b, with areas to the southwest falling in zone 7a. The normal…

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The area's terrain is made up of parallel ridges, including Candies Creek Ridge (also called Clingan Ridge), Mouse Creek/Lead Mine Ridge, and Blue Springs Ridge, which are extensions of the Appalachian Mountains (specifically part of the Ridge-and-Valley Appalachians) that run approximately north-northeast…

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The steep mountains, rolling hills, and valleys surrounding the region are part of the Appalachian Ridge-and-Valley Province, and Johnson City is just west of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Roan Mountain, with an elevation of over 6,000 feet (1,800 m), is approximately 20 miles (32 km) to the southeast of the city.…

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Elevations in the park range from about 875 feet (267 m) to 6,643 feet (2,025 m) at the summit of Clingmans Dome. Within the park a total of sixteen mountains reach higher than 5,000 feet (1,520 m).

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In 1880, Canadian-born entrepreneur Alexander Arthur (1846–1912), representing the Scottish Carolina Timber and Land Company, arrived in Newport with ambitious plans to log the Pigeon valley. Arthur's plan called for the construction of a series of dams and booms which would be used to move logs from the…

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According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 10.0 square miles (26 km2), all land. McMinnville lies at an elevation of 968 feet (295 m), as it sits along the Eastern Highland Rim near the base of the Cumberland Plateau. The city is drained primarily by the Barren Fork, a tributary…

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According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 29.6 square miles (77 km2), of which 29.6 square miles (77 km2) is land and 0.03% is water. Incorporated in 1817, the city is at an elevation of 637 feet (194 m).

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The elevation at Elizabethton Municipal Airport is 1,593 feet (486 m) ASL (the highest point of elevation in Carter County is at Roan Mountain with an elevation of 6,285 feet (1,916 m) ASL), and the airport is located on the eastern side of the city along State Highway 91 Stoney Creek Exit. Elizabethton is…

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The southern part of Blount County is part of the Great Smoky Mountains, and is protected by the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The crest of the range forms the county's border with Swain County, North Carolina, and includes Blount's highest point, 5,527-foot (1,685 m) Thunderhead Mountain, and the…

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Staffordtown is situated in the scenic Appalachian region, characterized by its rugged terrain and lush forests. The area is marked by steep hills and rolling valleys that define the landscape, with elevations ranging from around 1,500 to 3,000 feet above sea level. The surrounding mountains, part of the…

Average elevation: 1,568 ft