1994 Map of Dixon Springs

About this map

The Cumberland River carves a winding course through central Smith County, defining the landscape with dramatic oxbows like Kennys Bend, Beasleys Bend, and Cages Bend. By the mid-1990s, this stretch of the river had transitioned into the waters of Old Hickory Lake, a reservoir that reshaped the valley's character while leaving historic riverine landforms such as Alexander Island and Lovells Island prominent. Along the banks and ridges, numerous family-named landmarks and cemeteries, including the Piper-Hughes Cem and Manning-Denton Cem, reflect the deep roots of the local farming community.