2012 Map of Wheeler Dam

About this map

Wheeler Dam and its adjacent Wheeler Dam Village anchor this section of the Tennessee River, where the landscape transitions from the open waters of Wilson Lake to the meandering courses of Town Creek and Big Nance Creek. The map documents a dense network of local family history, preserved in numerous burial grounds such as Old Tanyard Cemetery, Westmoreland Cemetery, and Hennigan Cemetery. Settlement patterns show a mix of established communities like Center Star and Elgin alongside smaller landings and hollows. The presence of Fosters Mill and Town Creek Marina indicates a river-based economy that balances historical industry with modern recreation. Geographically, the area is defined by varied terrain features including Bugger Bottom and Greens Bluff, reflecting the complex topography south of the river.