DeKalb County, County in Middle Tennessee, United States
DeKalb County extends across 329 square miles of Tennessee terrain, containing lakes, rivers, and rolling hills between Nashville and Knoxville regions.
The Tennessee General Assembly established DeKalb County in 1837, naming it after Revolutionary War Major General Johann de Kalb.
Each year, DeKalb County residents participate in agricultural fairs and festivals that showcase local products, music, and Tennessee traditions.
The county seat of Smithville connects to major cities through highways, offering residents access to Nashville's metropolitan opportunities while maintaining rural benefits.
DeKalb County contained multiple saltpeter mines during the 19th century, which supplied essential materials for gunpowder production in the region.
Location: Tennessee
Inception: 1837
Capital city: Smithville
Shares border with: Putnam County, Cannon County, White County, Warren County, Wilson County, Smith County
Website: http://dekalbtennessee.com
GPS coordinates: 35.98000,-85.83000
Latest update: March 6, 2025 11:48
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