Roane County, County administrative division in Tennessee, United States.
Roane County stretches across 1,023 square kilometers of land in eastern Tennessee, featuring rolling hills and numerous waterways throughout its territory.
The Tennessee State Legislature established Roane County in 1801, naming Kingston as the county seat and primary administrative center for local governance.
Local festivals throughout Roane County celebrate Tennessee heritage through regional music performances, traditional craft exhibitions, and community gatherings.
Kingston serves as the governmental center of Roane County, housing administrative offices, courts, and essential public services for the local population.
The county contains sections of multiple lakes, including parts of Watts Bar Lake, which creates numerous peninsulas and inlets within its boundaries.
Location: Tennessee
Inception: 1801
Capital city: Kingston
Shares border with: Morgan County, McMinn County, Anderson County, Loudon County, Meigs County, Rhea County, Cumberland County, Knox County
Website: http://roanegov.org
GPS coordinates: 35.87000,-84.50167
Latest update: May 27, 2025 09:51
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