1973 Map of Ten Mile

About this map

Watts Bar Lake and the Tennessee River define the western geography of this region, where the flooded shoreline has created numerous inlets and peninsulas such as Iron Bend. The landscape transitioning eastward into Hurricane Valley is dotted with small family-named cemeteries and rural landmarks that speak to the deep-rooted settlement patterns of the area. Significant local history is preserved in sites like Old Pleasant Hill Cem and Hornsbys Chapel Cem, while the community core at Ten Mile serves as a central point along the Ten Mile Knob ridge. Numerous resorts and campgrounds, including Arrowhead Resort and Eden of the Lake, highlight the mid-century evolution of the riverfront into a recreational destination. Traces of older infrastructure remain visible through the Old Ferry Road and the Private Road networks that navigate the hollows of Hurricane Ridge.