Erwin, County seat in Unicoi County, Tennessee, United States.
The town lies at the intersection of North Indian Creek and Nolichucky River, surrounded by the Cherokee National Forest and mountainous terrain.
The town received its name through a postal error in 1879, when officials misspelled the intended name Ervin, honoring land donor D.J.N. Ervin.
From 1916 to 1957, Southern Potteries manufactured hand-painted Blue Ridge dishware, which gained recognition across the United States during the 1930s.
The Nuclear Fuel Services facility, operating since 1957, processes enriched uranium for nuclear reactor fuel, providing employment opportunities in the region.
The town experienced severe flooding in September 2024 due to Hurricane Helene, requiring helicopter rescues and evacuation of Unicoi County Hospital patients.
Location: Unicoi County
Elevation above the sea: 510 m
Website: http://www.erwintn.org/
Website: http://erwintn.org
GPS coordinates: 36.14500,-82.41083
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:50
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