Roane County, County administrative division in Tennessee, United States.
Roane County is an administrative division in eastern Tennessee characterized by rolling terrain and multiple waterways. The landscape features hills and streams that shape the character of communities throughout the region.
The Tennessee State Legislature established this county in 1801, designating Kingston as its seat of government. This founding created the administrative structure that continues to serve the area today.
Local festivals throughout Roane County celebrate Tennessee heritage through regional music performances, traditional craft exhibitions, and community gatherings.
Kingston serves as the administrative center, housing government offices and courts for local services. Visitors can find the main public facilities and administrative buildings there.
The area includes sections of Watts Bar Lake, creating numerous peninsulas and coves within its boundaries. These water formations shape the local geography and offer varied landscape experiences.
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: December 13, 2025 15:25
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