After four different trips to the Blood River bottoms over the course of two different years, I finally found what I...
Read MoreThe landscape is dotted with many old roads, railroads and bridges that provided important routes for communities. Some old pathways date back hundreds of years before European settlers arrived. We explore some of the more historical lost roads, bridges and railroads in the Four Rivers Region.
Abandoned Cross Creeks Refuge Bridge
Exploring and telling the story of abandoned bridges is one of our favorite topics. These structures are remnants of an era...
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Tennessee & Cumberland River Railroad
When traveling Highway 49 in Stewart County between Bear Spring and Tennessee Ridge, you might not realize that you’re traveling on...
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Port Royal, Tennessee
The community of Port Royal, Tennessee can trace its roots back before Tennessee was even a state. When this area was...
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Five Generations of Highways in Canton, Ky
The present-day US 68/KY 80 corridor has been an important route for more than two centuries. With Canton’s modern history dating...
Read MoreSubmerged Energy Lake Bridge
When I was a kid, I thought it would be neat to be an archaeologist. I suppose that is why I...
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