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River
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County
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Reach
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Length (miles)
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Year Listed/ Updated
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Potential
Classi-
fication
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ORVs
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Description
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Other States
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Abrams and Anthony Creeks
|
Blount
|
RM 0, confluence with Little Tennessee
River, to RM 26, headwaters one mile above NC State line
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26
|
1982
|
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S, R, G, W
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Small scenic stream entirely within
Great Smoky Mountain National Park; deer and fur-bearers
common; near National Park Service campground.
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|
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Bee Creek
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White, Van Buren, Bledsoe, Cumberland
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RM 0, confluence with Caney Fork
River, to RM 24, headwaters northwest of New Era
|
24
|
1982
|
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S, R, G, F, W
|
Small twisting, plunging stream
with small to medium drops; penetrates Bledsoe State Forest;
boulders, ledges, and bluffs; densely forested corridor
that provides for wildlife habitat.
|
|
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Big Creek
|
Grundy
|
RM 0, confluence with Collins River,
to RM 8, near Altamont
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8
|
1982
|
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S, F, W
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Scenic pastoral stream.
|
|
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Big Firey Gizzard Creek
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Marion, Grundy
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RM 0, confluence with Battle Creek,
to RM 17, headwaters one mile north of Tracy City
|
17
|
1982
|
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S, R, G, F
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Densely forested stream within
TVA Foster Falls Recreation Area.
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|
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Big Turnbull Creek
|
Cheatham, Dickson
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RM 0, confluence with Harpeth River,
to RM 16, TN 96/I-40 bridges
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16
|
1982
|
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S, R, G, F, W
|
Clear, small and very scenic forested
stream with 40 foot waterfall and numerous bluffs.
|
|
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Blackburn Fork of Roaring
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Jackson, Putnam
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RM 0, confluence with Blackburn
River, to RM 20, headwaters one mile below community of
Double Springs
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20
|
1982
|
|
S, R, G, W
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Small scenic stream; outstanding
75 foot Cummins Mill Falls.
|
|
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Bledsoe Creek
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Sumner
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RM 0, Old Hickory Lake, to RM 14,
Bethpage
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14
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1982
|
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S, R, G, F, W, H, C
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Historic, very scenic float stream;
General Winchester's home located on creek.
|
|
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Calfkiller River
|
White
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RM 5, three miles southeast of
Dibrell, to RM 12, below Sparta
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7
|
1982
|
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S, R, G, F, W
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Scenic stream in area of very active
Karsification with its caves, ground water springs, and
numerous bluffs.
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|
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Calfkiller River
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White, Putnam
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RM 21, one mile south of Yankeetown,
to RM 41, headwaters one mile south of I-40
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20
|
1982
|
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S, R, G, F, W
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See initial comments.
|
|
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Cane Creek of Caney Fork
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Van Buren, Bledsoe
|
RM 0, confluence with Caney Fork
of Cumberland River, to RM 31, headwaters two miles south
of Dill
|
31
|
1982
|
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S, R, G, F, W
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Flows through Fall Creek Falls
State Forest and Park; narrowly incised with rugged, rocky
landscape; dense laurel thickets; good whitewater.
|
|
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Charles Creek
|
Warren
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RM 0, confluence with Collins River,
to RM 15, headwaters near Cannon County line
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15
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1982
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S, R, F
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Popular scenic fishing stream.
|
|
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Clear Creek
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Morgan, Fentress, Cumberland
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RM 14, Morgan County line, to RM
45, headwaters below I-40 bridge
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31
|
1982
|
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S, R, G, F, W
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RM 0 through 14, designated component
of the National Wild and Scenic Rivers System; remote, rugged
stream partially within Catoosa State Wildlife Management
Area; mild whitewater; abundance and variety of flora and
fauna.
|
|
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Clear Fork of S.Fork of Cumberland
and N. Prong Clear Fork Creek
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Scott, Morgan, Fentress
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RM 0, confluence with South Fork
of the Cumberland River, to RM 44, headwaters northeast
of Clarkrange
|
44
|
1982
|
|
S, R, G, W
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Scenic stream with close, steep
valley walls; numerous boulders, precipitous bluffs; heavily
wooded valley with laurel thickets; long pools, moderate
rapids, and short, quick drops.
|
|
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Clinch River
|
Anderson
|
RM 47, above Melton Hill Lake,
to RM 73, below Norris Lake
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26
|
1982
|
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S, R, G, F, W, H, C
|
Numerous recorded archaeological
sites; steep ridges, long shallow shoal areas, and deep
pools; upper reach provides excellent pastoral float and
is habitat for most diverse mussel fauna in the world.
|
|
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Clinch River
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Grainger, Claiborne, Hancock
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RM 130, above Norris Lake Reservoir,
to RM 156, approximately one mile southeast of Evanston
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26
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1982
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S, R, G, F, W
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See initial comments.
|
|
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Collins River
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Warren, Grundy
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RM 0, confluence with Caney Fork,
to RM 59, headwaters two miles southeast of Tatesville
|
59
|
1982
|
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S, R, G, F, W
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Slow moving, clear and cold pastoral
stream with long pools and mild riffles; surrounded by high,
forested hills and numerous bluffs.
|
|
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Conasauga River
|
Bradley, Polk
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River mile 64, Georgia state line
to River mile 75, Georgia state line
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11
|
1982/ 1993
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W
|
S, R, H
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Scenic gorge within Class III-IV
rapids. Civil War sites of state historical significance.
|
|
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Conasauga River
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Bradley, Polk
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RM 64, GA State line, to RM 75,
GA State line
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11
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1982
|
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S, R, G, F, W, H, C
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Flows through Cherokee National
Forest and Colutta Wilderness Area; scenic gorge with Class
III-IV rapids; Civil War Sites of State historical significance.
|
|
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Crab Orchard Creek
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Morgan, Cumberland
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RM 0, confluence with Emory River,
to RM 22, headwaters in Crab Orchard Mountain
|
22
|
1982
|
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S, R, G, F, W
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Remote, scenic stream that flows
through Catoosa Wildlife Management Area.
|
|
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Cripple Creek
|
Rutherford
|
RM 0, confluence with East Fork
of Stones River, to RM 18, headwaters two miles below Federal
Aid Secondary Highway 6190 bridge
|
18
|
1982
|
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S, R, G, W
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Popular rocky, scenic float stream.
|
|
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Crooked Creek
|
Fentress
|
RM 0, confluence with Clear Fork
River, to RM 18, TN 52 bridge east of Allardt
|
18
|
1982
|
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S, R, G, W
|
Flows through scenic Northrup Falls
natural area.
|
|
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Crooked Fork Creek
|
Morgan
|
RM 0, confluence with Emory River,
to RM 5, US 27 bridge
|
5
|
1982
|
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S, R, G, F, W
|
Very scenic stream with several
beautiful waterfalls and deep gorge area.
|
|
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Cumberland River, Caney Fork
|
White, Cumberland
|
RM 99, Federal Aid Secondary Highway
4251 bridge west of Dodson, to RM 135, headwaters near community
of Maryland
|
36
|
1982
|
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S, R, G, F, W
|
See initial comments.
|
|
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Cumberland River, Caney Fork
|
Smith, Putnam, Dekalb
|
RM 0, confluence with Cumberland
River, to RM 26, below Center Hill Dam
|
26
|
1982
|
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S, R, G, F, W
|
Blue Hole Falls; ledges, numerous
drops, huge boulders, sheer cliffs and limestone bluffs;
rugged gorge area; excellent water quality; numerous springs;
abundance of wildlife.
|
|
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Cumberland River, Little South
Fork
|
Pickett
|
RM 32, KY State line, to RM 34,
headwaters west of Pickett State Park and Forest
|
2
|
1982
|
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S, R, G
|
Forested, highly scenic, and sparsely
developed stream; characterized by deep channels bordered
by large boulders and rock ledges.
|
|
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Cumberland River, South Fork
|
Scott
|
RM 55, KY State line, to RM 76,
confluence with New River and Clear Fork
|
21
|
1982
|
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S, R, G, F, W, H, C
|
Outstanding, popular whitewater;
rugged, forested area; high scenic values; numerous archaeological
sites.
|
|
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Doe River
|
Carter
|
RM 9, one mile south of US 19E
bridge and Hampton, to RM 14, south of Blevins
|
5
|
1982
|
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S, R, G
|
One of most majestic deep gorge
areas in Eastern United States; remote with 1000 foot walls.
|
|
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Doe River
|
Carter
|
River mile 9, one mile south of
US 19E bridge to river mile 14, south of Blevins
|
5
|
1982/ 1993
|
S
|
S
|
One of most majestic, deep-gorge
areas in eastern US in remote area, with 1000-foot walls.
|
|
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Dry Creek of Smith Fork
|
Dekalb
|
RM 0, confluence with Smith Fork,
to RM 11, headwaters and Cannon County line
|
11
|
1982
|
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S, R, F, W
|
Small scenic stream with recreational
values.
|
|
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Elk River
|
Giles, Lincoln, Moore, Franklin
|
RM 33, AL State line, to RM 130,
above TN 50 bridge
|
97
|
1982
|
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S, R, F, W, H, C
|
Significant recorded archaeological
sites; fine float and game fish stream.
|
|
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Emory River
|
Morgan
|
RM 27, confluence with Obed River,
to RM 47, headwaters in Frozen Head State Park near Anderson
County line
|
20
|
1982
|
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S, R, G, F, W
|
See initial comments.
|
|
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Emory River
|
Morgan
|
RM 14, Roane County line, to RM
25, one mile below Nemo bridge
|
11
|
1982
|
|
S, R, G, F, W
|
Scenic pastoral stream that flows
through impressive gorge area; supports game fishery; RM
25 through 27, designated component of National Wild and
Scenic Rivers System.
|
|
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Falling Water River
|
White, Putnam
|
RM 12, above Center Hill Lake,
to RM 41, headwaters near town of Monterey
|
29
|
1982
|
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S, R, G, F, W
|
Clear, scenic stream; Burgess Falls.
|
|
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Flynn Creek
|
Jackson
|
RM 0, confluence with Cumberland
River, to RM 10, headwaters approximately five miles southwest
of McCoinsville
|
10
|
1982
|
|
S, R, F, W
|
Small scenic mountain stream that
supports game fishery.
|
|
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French Broad River
|
Cocke
|
River mile 94.7 to river mile 101,
North Carolina state line
|
6
|
1982/ 1993
|
R
|
S, H, O
|
Upper section mountainous with
scenic gorge area, rock gardens, rapids, ledges, diversity
of flora and fauna. Significant archaeological sites. Game
fishing.
|
|
|
French Broad River
|
Knox, Sevier
|
RM 0, confluence with Tennessee
River, to RM 32, below Douglas Dam
|
32
|
1982
|
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S, R, G, F, W, H, C
|
Significant archaeological sites;
supports game fishery; upper segment is mountainous stream
with good whitewater and scenic gorge area; numerous rock
gardens, boulder beds, rapids, islands, and ledges; diversity
of flora and fauna.
|
|
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French Broad River
|
Cocke
|
RM 96, TN 9 bridge, to RM 101,
NC State line
|
5
|
1982
|
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S, R, G, F, W, H, C
|
See initial comments.
|
|
|
Goose Creek
|
Trousdale, Macon
|
RM 0, confluence with Cumberland
River, to RM 15, headwaters south of Lafayette
|
15
|
1982
|
|
S, R, F, W
|
Small, scenic mountain stream that
supports game fishery.
|
|
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Green Creek
|
Wayne
|
RM 0, confluence with Buffalo River,
to RM 14, Waynesboro and US 64 bridge
|
14
|
1982
|
|
S, R, G, F, W
|
Scenic, rocky float stream.
|
|
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Harpeth River
|
Cheatham, Dickson, Davidson, Williamson,
Rutherford
|
RM 6, near Jackie Branch on Cheatham/Dickson
County line, to RM 121, confluence with Puckett Branch and
Concord Creek
|
115
|
1982
|
|
S, R, G, F, W, H, C
|
Rich in history and of archaeological
significance; evidence of aboriginal towns; extraordinary
tunnel at "The Narrows"; impressive carved bluffs, including
Paint Rock which is adorned with petroglyphs.
|
|
|
Hatchie River
|
Lauderdale, Tipton, Haywood, Madison,
Hardeman, McNairy
|
RM 0, confluence with Mississippi
River, to RM 163, MS State line
|
163
|
1982
|
|
S, R, G, F, W, H, C
|
Slow, meandering swamp river with
many oxbows surrounded by wilderness and inhabited by large
diversified wildlife population, including rare species.
|
|
|
Hiwassee Creek
|
Polk
|
RM 34, confluence with Ocoee River,
to RM 66, Apalachia Dam
|
32
|
1982
|
|
S, R, G, F, W, H, C
|
Popular scenic float stream; supports
excellent game fishery; numerous rapids in beautiful mountainous
setting.
|
|
|
Hiwassee River
|
Polk
|
River mile 34, confluence with
Ocoee River to river mile 65, at North Carolina state line
|
31
|
1982/ 1993
|
R
|
S, R
|
Popular for canoeing, kayaking,
rafting, and fishing in scenic mountain setting. Excellent
game fishing.
|
|
|
Holston River
|
Knox, Grainger, Jefferson
|
RM 0, confluence with Tennessee
River, to RM 53, Cherokee Dam
|
53
|
1982
|
|
S, R, G, F, W, H, C
|
Scenic stream segment affording
excellent duck hunting and fishing.
|
|
|
Jones Creek
|
Dickson
|
RM 0, confluence with Harpeth River,
to RM 16, TN 47 bridge
|
16
|
1982
|
|
S, R, G, F, W
|
Narrow stream with frequent gravel
bars; winds through picturesque valley; high carved limestone
bluffs.
|
|
|
Little Pigeon and Middle Prong
|
Sevier
|
RM 10, southeast of Cherokee Hill,
to RM 34, Mount Sequoya in Great Smoky Mountains National
Park
|
24
|
1982
|
|
S, R, G, F, W, H, C
|
Scenic, sparkling, excellent whitewater
stream with waterfalls; trout habitat.
|
|
|
Little Pigeon, West Prong
|
Sevier
|
RM 19, south of Gatlinburg, to
RM 29, headwaters in Great Smoky Mountains National Park
|
10
|
1982
|
|
S, R, G
|
Most scenic, clear mountain stream
with considerable recreational potential.
|
|
|
Little Sequatchie River
|
Marion, Grundy
|
RM 0, confluence with Sequatchie
River, to RM 25, headwaters west of Palmer
|
25
|
1982
|
|
S, R, F, W
|
Scenic stream that supports game
fishery.
|
|
|
Little Tennessee River
|
Loudon, Monroe, Blount
|
RM 1, above dam now under construction,
to RM 33, Chilhowee Dam and Cherokee National Forest
|
32
|
1982
|
|
S, R, G, F, W, H, C
|
Critical habitat for small darter;
excellent fishing and float stream; 180 recorded archaeological
sites; of historical significance; unique scenery.
|
|
|
Little Tennessee River
|
Loudon, Monroe, Blount
|
River mile 1, above Tellico Dam
to river mile 33, at Chilhowee Dam
|
32
|
1982/ 1993
|
|
R, W
|
Critical habitat for snail darter.
Excellent fishing and float stream.
|
|
|
Long Creek
|
Stewart
|
RM 0, confluence with Cumberland
River, to RM 10, headwaters two miles west of Stewart State
Forest
|
10
|
1982
|
|
S, R, F
|
Scenic stream that supports game
fishery.
|
|
|
Mountain Creek
|
Warren, Cannon
|
RM 0, confluence with Collins River,
to RM 24, approximately two miles northwest of Osment Chapel
|
24
|
1982
|
|
S, R, F, W
|
Scenic stream that supports game
fishery.
|
|
|
New River
|
Scott
|
RM 0, confluence with South Fork
of Cumberland and Clear Fork Rivers, to RM 9, US 27/TN 29
bridge
|
9
|
1982
|
|
S, R, G
|
Placid, winding stream that flows
through steep-sided valley with some Class I-III ledges
and gorge area.
|
|
|
Nolichucky River
|
Union
|
The mainstem from Poplar, NC downstream
to the railroad bridge at Unaka Springs, TN
|
8
|
1993
|
S
|
S, R, G
|
Spectacular scenery with steep
slopes rising more than 2,000 feet adjacent to the river.
The Gorge is a popular attraction for whitewater boaters,
including commercial outfitters.
|
NC
|
|
North Chickamauga River
|
Hamilton, Sequatchie
|
RM 13, confluence with Falling
Water Creek southeast of Falling Water, to RM 31, headwaters
north of Lone Oak
|
18
|
1982
|
|
S, R, G, F, W, H, C
|
Spring-fed, crystal clear mountain
stream; variety of flora and abundance of wildlife.
|
|
|
North Whiteoak Creek
|
Scott, Fentress
|
RM 0, confluence with South Fork
of Cumberland River, to RM 25, headwaters near Jamestown
|
25
|
1982
|
|
S, R, G
|
Rocky, scenic stream with 400 foot
deep gorge area, moderate whitewater and small waterfalls.
|
|
|
Obey River
|
Clay
|
RM 0, confluence with Cumberland
River, to RM 7, below Dale Hollow Dam
|
7
|
1982
|
|
S, R, G, F, W
|
Winds through scenic valley with
alternating pastoral setting and massive, wooded limestone
bluffs; supports excellent fishery.
|
|
|
Obey River, East Fork
|
Fentress, Overton
|
RM 12, two miles south of Helena,
to RM 38, unnamed bridge approximately one mile west of
Cliff Springs
|
26
|
1982
|
|
S, R, G, F, W
|
Dangerous, rugged stream with wildly
fluctuating gradient; heavily forested gorge area; 8 foot
waterfall.
|
|
|
Obey River, West Fork
|
Pickett, Overton
|
RM 0, confluence with East Fork,
to RM 28, headwaters two miles west of Obey City
|
28
|
1982
|
|
S, R, G, F
|
Flows through scenic, narrow valley
flanked by high wooded hills; lively Class I-II run; shallow
gorge area.
|
|
|
Obion River
|
Lauderdale, Dyer
|
RM 0, confluence with Mississippi
River, to RM 59, Obion County line
|
59
|
1982
|
|
S, R, F, W
|
Pastoral stream with variety of
flora and fauna.
|
|
|
Ocoee River
|
Polk
|
River mile 19, Parksville Reservoir
to river mile 29, Ocoee No. 3 dam
|
10
|
1982/ 1993
|
R
|
S, R
|
High quality whitewater recreation
river, with spectacular mountain scenery.
|
|
|
Ocoee River
|
Polk
|
RM 14, Parksville Reservoir, to
RM 28, below Ocoee No. 3 Dam
|
14
|
1982
|
|
S, R, G, F, W
|
High quality whitewater stream
with spectacular mountain scenery.
|
|
|
Overall Creek
|
Rutherford
|
RM 0, confluence with West Fork
of Stones River, to RM 17, headwaters one mile southeast
of Windrow
|
17
|
1982
|
|
R, F, W
|
Popular canoe stream in rural setting;
supports game fishery.
|
|
|
Pine Creek of Caney Fork
|
Dekalb
|
RM 0, confluence with Caney Fork,
to RM 14, headwaters southwest of Smithville
|
14
|
1982
|
|
R, F, W
|
Small, scenic fishing stream.
|
|
|
Piney Creek
|
Rhea
|
RM 9, confluence with Little Piney
Creek north of Spring City, to RM 32, headwaters near Bledsoe
County line
|
23
|
1982
|
|
S, R, G
|
One of most wild, scenic, and clear
streams in State; adjacent waterfalls; affords exciting
river run.
|
|
|
Piney River
|
Hickman, Dickson
|
RM 0, confluence with Duck River,
to RM 24, Pinewood and TN 48 bridge
|
24
|
1982
|
|
S, R, H, C
|
Small, scenic stream of historical
significance; fourteen recorded archaeological sites, including
extensive village complex and mound.
|
|
|
Powell River
|
Claiborne, Hancock
|
RM 47, backwaters of Norris Lake,
to RM 105, VA State line
|
58
|
1982
|
|
S, R, G, F, W, H, C
|
Slow, winding, sparsely populated
corridor with wooded banks; highly diverse mussel fauna,
including two endangered species.
|
|
|
Red River
|
Montgomery, Robertson
|
RM 9, east of Clarksville City
limits, to RM 50, KY State line
|
41
|
1982
|
|
S, R, G, F, W, H, C
|
Pastoral float stream with numerous
sinkholes and caves; only covered bridge in State at Port
Royal; heavily wooded bluffs with limestone outcroppings.
|
|
|
Red River
|
Robertson, Sumner
|
RM 79, KY State line, to RM 98,
headwaters one mile west of TN 109
|
19
|
1982
|
|
S, R, G, F, W, H, C
|
See initial comments.
|
|
|
Red River, Elk Fork
|
Robertson
|
RM 0, confluence with Red River,
to RM 8, KY State line
|
8
|
1982
|
|
S, R, G, F, W
|
Karst topography with exceptional
geological features, including numerous sinkholes and caves;
supports important black bass fishery; unique wildlife.
|
|
|
Red River, South Fork
|
Robertson, Sumner
|
RM 8, KY State line, to RM 29,
confluence with Maxwell and Roney Creeks
|
21
|
1982
|
|
S, R, G, F, W
|
Pastoral stream with low bluffs,
numerous gravel bars and riffles; banks lined with hardwoods.
|
|
|
Red River, Sulphur Fork
|
Montgomery, Robertson
|
RM 0, confluence with Red River,
to RM 27, northwest of Springfield
|
27
|
1982
|
|
S, R, G, F
|
Natural springs area; wooded banks.
|
|
|
Red River, West Fork
|
Montgomery
|
RM 0, confluence with Red River,
to RM 14, KY State line
|
14
|
1982
|
|
R, F, W
|
High recreational and aesthetic
potential.
|
|
|
Richland Creek
|
Giles, Marshall
|
RM 0, confluence with Elk River,
to RM 67, headwaters southeast of Lewisburg
|
67
|
1982
|
|
S, R
|
Scenic float stream.
|
|
|
Roaring River
|
Jackson, Overton
|
RM 1, above confluence with Cumberland
River, to RM 39, headwaters four miles northeast of Rickman
|
38
|
1982
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S, R, G, F, W, H, C
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Natural, sheer gorge walls, rock
ledges, and gardens are characteristic.
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Rock Creek
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Scott, Pickett, Fentress
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RM 22, KY State line, to RM 31,
headwaters in Pickett State Park
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9
|
1982
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S, R, G, F, W
|
Beautiful stream in wild terrain;
deep, narrow valleys and wooded hillsides.
|
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Rock Creek
|
Morgan
|
RM 0, confluence with Emory River,
to RM 13, US 27 bridge near Pilot Mountain
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13
|
1982
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R, F, W
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Float stream; habitat for river
muskie.
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Rocky River
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Van Buren, Sequatchie
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RM 10, Center Hill Lake, to RM
28, headwaters above TN 8 highway
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18
|
1982
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S, R, G, F, W
|
Scenic stream; Karst topography;
Norton Springs.
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|
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Sequatchie River
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Marion, Sequatchie, Bledsoe, Cumberland
|
RM 0, confluence with Tennessee
River, to RM 109, headwaters approximately ten miles south
of Homestead
|
109
|
1982
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S, R, G, F, W
|
Clean, pastoral float stream that
flows through beautiful narrow scenic valley.
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|
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Sink Creek
|
Dekalb
|
RM 0, confluence with Caney Fork
of Cumberland River, to RM 23, headwaters near Cannon County
line
|
23
|
1982
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S, R, F, W
|
Scenic floating stream.
|
|
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Smith Fork
|
Smith, Dekalb
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RM 0, confluence with Caney Fork,
to RM 26, TN 96 bridge and Wilson County line
|
26
|
1982
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S, R, G, F, W
|
Scenic stream flowing over limestone
bed with riffles and deep pools; high limestone bluffs and
beautiful valley of farms and woodlands line corridor.
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|
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South Harpeth River
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Cheatham, Davidson, Williamson
|
RM 0, confluence with Harpeth River,
to RM 25, headwaters three miles south of Lake Weona
|
25
|
1982
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S, R, G, F, W
|
High bluffs with extensive adjacent
forested area.
|
|
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Spring Creek
|
Jackson, Overton, Putnam
|
RM 0, confluence with Roaring River,
to RM 25, headwaters two miles northeast of Brotherton
|
25
|
1982
|
|
S, R, G
|
Natural, spectacular gorge area;
intricately carved bluffs; 35 foot waterfall; clear sparkling
water; small riffles and shallow pools; heavily wooded banks.
|
|
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Stinking Creek
|
Campbell
|
RM 0, confluence with Clear Fork,
to RM 29, headwaters one mile east of I-75
|
29
|
1982
|
|
S, R, G
|
Rural, scenic stream that flows
through unique Cumberland Black geologic formation.
|
|
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Stones River
|
Davidson, Rutherford
|
RM 8, above Percy Priest Dam, to
RM 38, confluence with East and West Forks one mile below
Jefferson Springs
|
30
|
1982
|
|
S, R, F, W, H, C
|
Excellent fishing stream in pastoral
setting.
|
|
|
Stones River, East Fork
|
Rutherford
|
RM 0, confluence with Stones River,
to RM 18, TN 96 bridge
|
18
|
1982
|
|
S, R, G, F, W, H, C
|
Excellent scenic canoeing stream,
several recorded historic sites; limestone outcroppings.
|
|
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Stones River, Middle Fork
|
Rutherford
|
RM 0, confluence with West Fork
of Stones River, to RM 14, Federal Aid Secondary Road 4289
bridge at Hoovers Gap
|
14
|
1982
|
|
S, R, F, W, H
|
Pastoral float and fishing stream
with forested banks.
|
|
|
Stones River, West Fork
|
Rutherford
|
RM 17, southwest of Murfreesboro,
to RM 27, bridge west of Christiana
|
10
|
1982
|
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S, R, G, F, H
|
See initial comments.
|
|
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Stones River, West Fork
|
Rutherford
|
RM 0, confluence with Stones River
and East Fork, to RM 12, north of Murfreesboro
|
12
|
1982
|
|
S, R, G, F, H
|
Prime recreational stream providing
variety of opportunities of significant historical interest.
|
|
|
Sweden Creek
|
Marion
|
RM 0, confluence with Battle Creek,
to RM 15, headwaters in Franklin State Forest
|
15
|
1982
|
|
S, R, F, W
|
Wilderness stream affording recreational
opportunities.
|
|
|
Sycamore Creek
|
Cheatham
|
RM 3, above TN 12 bridge, to RM
17, US 41A/TN 112 bridge below I-24 bridge
|
14
|
1982
|
|
S, R, G, F, W, H, C
|
Excellent recreational stream with
many steep scenic bluffs and forested banks; abundance of
wildlife.
|
|
|
Tellico River
|
Monroe
|
RM 0, confluence with Little Tennessee
River, to RM 47, NC State line
|
47
|
1982
|
|
S, R, G, F, W, H, C
|
Wild whitewater mountain stream
with spectacular waterfalls and numerous recreational opportunities.
|
|
|
Tellico River
|
Monroe
|
River mile 0, confluence with Little
Tennessee River to river mile 47, North Carolina state line
|
47
|
1982/ 1993
|
R
|
S, R
|
Whitewater mountain river with
spectacular waterfalls and numerous recreation opportunities.
|
|
|
Watauga Creek
|
Johnson
|
RM 49, backwaters of Lake Watauga
Reservoir, to RM 51, NC State line
|
2
|
1982
|
|
S, R, G, F, W, H, C
|
Scenic gorge area with several
waterfalls and large boulders; recreational opportunities
throughout.
|
|
|
Watauga River
|
Johnson
|
River mile 52.6, upper portion
of Watauga Lake to river mile 54.9, North Carolina state
line
|
2
|
1982/ 1993
|
|
S
|
Scenic gorge area with several
waterfalls and large boulders.
|
|
|
West Harpeth River
|
Williamson
|
RM 0, confluence with Harpeth River,
to RM 21, US 31/TN 6 bridge
|
21
|
1982
|
|
S, R, F, H
|
Scenic float stream with frequent
riffles; significant historical values; low, tree-lined
banks.
|
|
|
White Creek
|
Morgan
|
RM 0, confluence with Clear Creek,
to RM 13, headwaters five miles northwest of Deer Lodge
|
13
|
1982
|
|
S, R, F
|
Scenic float and fishing stream.
|
|
|
Whiteoak Creek
|
Scott, Morgan
|
RM 0, confluence with Clear Fork,
to RM 17, Burrville Road
|
17
|
1982
|
|
S, R, H, C
|
Scenic float stream of historical
significance.
|
|
|
Wolf River
|
Pickett, Fentress
|
RM 18, backwaters of Dale Hollow
Lake, to RM 38, confluence with Pogue and Delk Creeks
|
20
|
1982
|
|
S, H, C
|
Scenic stream of historical interest.
|
|
|
Yellow Creek
|
Montgomery, Houston
|
RM 5, Possum Road bridge below
TN 149 bridge, to RM 13, Williamson Branch junction
|
8
|
1982
|
|
S, R, F
|
Scenic, recreational stream that
supports game fishery.
|
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Last Modified 1-18-07
