Morgan County, Tennessee
Morgan County, Tennessee
Morgan County is a county located in the U.S. state of Tennessee. As of the 2020 census, the population was 21,035. Its county seat is Wartburg. The county was formed in 1817 and named for Daniel Morgan, a general in the American Revolutionary War.
History[edit | edit source]
Morgan County was established in 1817 from parts of Anderson, Roane, and Scott counties. The county was named in honor of Daniel Morgan, a prominent general in the American Revolutionary War. The county seat, Wartburg, was named after the town of Wartburg in Germany.
Geography[edit | edit source]
According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 522 square miles (1,350 km²), of which 522 square miles (1,350 km²) is land and 0.3 square miles (0.78 km²) (0.06%) is water. The county is part of the Cumberland Plateau region, characterized by rugged terrain and numerous streams and rivers.
Adjacent counties[edit | edit source]
- Scott County (north)
- Anderson County (east)
- Roane County (south)
- Cumberland County (southwest)
- Fentress County (west)
Demographics[edit | edit source]
As of the 2020 census, there were 21,035 people, 7,831 households, and 5,432 families residing in the county. The population density was 40 people per square mile (15/km²). The racial makeup of the county was predominantly White, with small percentages of African American, Native American, and other races.
Economy[edit | edit source]
The economy of Morgan County is primarily based on agriculture, manufacturing, and services. The county has a rich history of coal mining, although this industry has declined in recent years. The Brushy Mountain State Penitentiary, which operated from 1896 to 2009, was a significant employer in the county.
Education[edit | edit source]
Morgan County is served by the Morgan County School District, which includes several elementary, middle, and high schools. The county also has access to higher education institutions in nearby counties.
Communities[edit | edit source]
Cities and towns[edit | edit source]
Unincorporated communities[edit | edit source]
Notable people[edit | edit source]
- Harry T. Burn, a state legislator who played a key role in the ratification of the Nineteenth Amendment.
See also[edit | edit source]
- National Register of Historic Places listings in Morgan County, Tennessee
- List of counties in Tennessee
References[edit | edit source]
External links[edit | edit source]
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