2022 Map of Big Spring

About this map

The Tennessee River carves a winding path through the landscape of Rhea and Meigs counties, creating prominent features like Armstrong Bend and Gillespie Bend. This riverine environment is defined by its complex hydrology, featuring numerous sloughs and islands such as Hiwassee Island and Moon Island at the confluence with the Hiwassee River. The area maintains a strong agricultural and rural character, evidenced by the high density of family and community burial grounds, including the Sullivan Cem, Blankenship Cem, and Good Hope Cem. Local navigation and travel are anchored by landmarks like the Mark Anton Airport and river crossings near Kellys Shoals. Small settlements like Big Spring and Dayton serve as regional hubs, connected by a network of rural roads that skirt around Jenkins Ridge and Mount Carmel Ridge.