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2016 Map of Knoxville

Name: 2016 Topographic Map of Knoxville
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2016
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2016

About this map

Knoxville is defined by its deep relationship with the Tennessee River and the industrial infrastructure that fueled its growth. At the heart of the city, The Univ of Tennessee campus and Summit Hill overlook the river, while the massive Coster Yards to the north illustrates the city's legacy as a rail hub. The landscape is marked by prominent ridges like Sharp Ridge and Chapman Ridge, which have historically dictated the expansion of neighborhoods such as Lonsdale, Park City, and South Knoxville.

South of the river, the terrain becomes more varied with features like Cherokee Bluffs and Brown Mtn, while the Tennessee River widens into Fort Loudoun Lake. The map preserves the locations of numerous historic burial grounds, including the Knoxville National Cem, New Gray Cem, and Old Gray Cem, providing essential data for genealogists. Aviation history is also represented at the Knoxville Downtown Island Airport on Dickinson Island, showcasing the city's varied transportation network.