Mascot, Census-designated place in Knox County, Tennessee.
Mascot is a settlement in Knox County situated between U.S. Route 11W and the Holston River valley. The area features a mix of residential neighborhoods and open land typical of rural northeastern Tennessee.
Settlement began in 1796 when John Erwin acquired land from the government in the area. A railroad line was constructed through the region in 1884.
The population consists of diverse households with a median age of 42.6 years, contributing to the development of local community structures and services.
The area uses ZIP code 37806 and provides postal services to northeastern Knox County neighborhoods. Visitors can access the region through local roads and state highways without toll charges.
The name comes from the Mining and Smelting Company of Tennessee, which extracted zinc ore from the area. The settlement originally developed as a company town supporting these mining operations.
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