Norris Dam, Hydroelectric dam in Anderson County, Tennessee, United States.
Norris Dam extends 567 meters across the Clinch River, generating electrical power while managing water levels through multiple spillways and control gates.
The Tennessee Valley Authority initiated the construction of Norris Dam in 1933, completing the project in 1936 at a cost of 36 million dollars.
The dam honors Nebraska Senator George Norris, who championed government-owned utilities and supported the development of regional flood control infrastructure.
Visitors can access observation areas, educational displays, and recreational facilities, including opportunities for hiking, fishing, and boating on Norris Lake.
The construction required relocating 2,800 families and 5,200 graves, with entire communities submerged beneath the waters of the resulting reservoir.
Location: Anderson County
Location: Campbell County
Inception: 1933
Length: 567 m
Part of: Historic Resources of the Tennessee Valley Authority Hydroelectric Project, 1933-1979
GPS coordinates: 36.22417,-84.09139
Latest update: May 27, 2025 13:13
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