Dyersburg

Dyersburg is a town in northwest Tennessee situated on a river, extending across a larger area and composed of residential neighborhoods and commercial districts. The location sits on flat terrain and features a regional airport along with various public facilities.

The town was founded in the early 1800s when landowners donated property for an administrative center, and the county was established with its name. This marked the beginning of its development as a regional administrative and trade hub.

The town grew around its position on a river and displays the character of a typical Tennessee community, with local businesses and government buildings that shape daily life. Visitors can observe how a smaller American city organizes itself and serves its residents.

Visitors can arrive via the regional airport or drive through the town area, where most services concentrate in the central district. It helps to orient yourself downtown first, as other parts are accessible from there.

A plane crash here in the 1960s involved a well-known musician and remains a significant event in local history. Visitors often overlook this, even though it connected the town to an important moment in music history.

Location: Dyer County

Elevation above the sea: 89 m

Website: http://dyersburgtn.gov

GPS coordinates: 36.03944,-89.38278

Latest update: December 19, 2025 22:55