2013 Map of West Sandy Dike

About this map

The West Sandy Creek Dewatering Area defines much of this Tennessee landscape, illustrating complex mid-century hydraulic engineering designed to manage the watershed flowing into Kentucky Lake. The massive West Sand Dike stands as the primary barrier in this system, separating the managed drainage ditch network from the sprawling waters of the lake. Small rural communities like Old Springville and Elkhorn anchor the inland roads, while the shoreline has transitioned toward recreation at Antioch Harbor Resort and Pleasant View Resort. Genealogists may find value in the various family-named landmarks and water features, such as Haigler Ridge and Mays Bridge, which indicate long-standing land ownership patterns. The map detail highlights a network of drainage infrastructure, including the West Sandy Creek Drainage Ditch and Grudge Ditch, showing how the low-lying terrain near Oakland and Sunny Side was adapted for agriculture and flood control.