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Monroe County, Administrative county in eastern Tennessee, US

Monroe County is an administrative division in eastern Tennessee that encompasses multiple towns and natural waterways. The area includes communities like Madisonville and Sweetwater along the Little Tennessee River.

The county was established in 1819 and named after a U.S. president. It developed from areas that were previously inhabited by Cherokee nations.

Monthly County Commission meetings at the Monroe County Courthouse facilitate community discussions about infrastructure, public safety, and local development initiatives.

The area is shaped by mountains and rivers that influence travel through the landscape. Visitors should prepare for varying weather and hilly terrain when exploring.

The Unicoi Mountains mark the southeastern border with North Carolina, while Bald River Falls flows within the Cherokee National Forest boundaries.

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Location
Inception
November 13, 1819
Capital city
Madisonville
Shares border with
Loudon County, Blount County, Graham County, Cherokee County, Polk County, McMinn County
GPS coordinates
35.45000,-84.25000
Latest update
December 20, 2025 12:42
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