Southern Railway #4501: Chattanooga to Knoxville
On June 23, 2015, Southern Railway 2-8-2 #4501, a 1911 product of the Baldwin Locomotive Company, and the first Mikado built for the Southern Railway, hit the rails of Norfolk Southern to begin her ferry move to Bristol, Virginia for her first public mainline excursion in 21 years. Assisting the steamer, is Norfolk Southern's SD40 #3170, the first SD40 built for the Southern, recently restored to service, and returned to as delivered paint. The train made good time on the run to Knoxville as we chase between Ooltewah, Tennessee, beginning at the frequently photographed Bootlegger's Crossing at Ooltewah Cemetery Road, past the recently restored Southern Railway station in Cleveland, through the farmlands near Charleston and Philadelphia, and passing the oldest depot in the state of Tennessee at Niota. Our chase ends along the banks of the Tennessee River at Farragut.
So sit back, and enjoy the chase of the first two engines of their type owned by the Southern, as they romp up the Knoxville West End District to kick off the first mainline trips for 4501 in over 20 years.
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Southern Railway #4501: Baldwin-1911
WT-51
Southern Railway #3170: EMD-1971
NS #40: Power Car Boxcar, ex. Conrail #50
TVRM #50: St. Louis Car-1953, ex. U.S. Army
TVRM #857: Budd-1947, ex. R.F.&P.
TVRM #661: ACF-1947, ex. Central of Georgia
TVRM #907: ACF-1947, ex. Central of Georgia
BMCX #6604: Budd-1947, ex. Seaboard Air Line
I drove through downtown Knoxville, Tennessee. This is what I saw.
Wow so Knoxville is sneaky cool and fun. Who would have thought?
Okay so on this road trip of Knoxville, we’re going to bounce around a little bit instead of doing our Knoxville city tour in one continuous drive like we normally do. Right now, we’re just outside of campus at the University of Tennessee, which begins just outside of the downtown area. We’re on Cumberland Avenue, heading east towards downtown.
It’s Sunday, November 10, 2019 at 10:30 am.
We’re on the very southern edge of downtown now, and this is the Tennessee River, where there are a handful of restaurants and housing developments. The Tennessee River begins here in Knoxville. It’s headwaters are formed due to the confluence of the French Broad and Holston Rivers.
We’re at Gay Street, which is the main drag here in Knoxville. Along Gay Street are hotels, arts venues, shopping, and a ton of restaurants and bars.
Knoxville’s population is 170,000. There’s a lot of history here. Arguably the nation’s first electric streetcar ran right up the middle of this street way back in 1890. Mountain Dew had its beginnings in Knoxville. The channel HGTV is based here too. Country singer Kenny Chesney grew up here and director Quentin Tarantino was born here.
Here on the left is Knoxville’s market square, which has a number of restaurants and some shopping. This is where Knoxville has its farmers markets, musical acts, and the city puts in a temporary skating rink in the winter time.
Now we’re heading east again back towards Gay Street.
On the north end of town is the more run down section of downtown called Old City. This is the sketchiest part of downtown Knoxville - home to the city’s main bus stop, train station and homeless shelter. There are a decent number of shops, restaurants and bars here, and this is where people go clubbing - typically starting at about 10 pm on Fridays and Saturdays.
Crime wise - it’s not pretty. Knoxville has been called one of the 50 least livable cities, because, while the downtown area might be charming and very safe, the outskirts are very poor and dangerous. Crime in Knoxville is 131% higher than other cities of its size. 1 in 4 people in Knoxville lives in poverty, almost double the national average.
For perspective, we’ll show you how quickly things change just a block or two east of downtown. The city of Knoxville has been working hard to gentrify and improve much of the greater Knoxville area by rebuilding older rundown homes in this part of town and building newer homes to appeal to younger, wealthier home owners. It’s a process that is ongoing here in Knoxville, and one we talked about a little more extensively in another video we did on the worst areas of Knoxville, where we drove through east Knoxville.
The link to that video is in the description.
For perspective on downtown, we’re going to jump to a clip on the south side of downtown, from where we will drive over the Tennessee River on the Gay Street Bridge and drive back into downtown from across the river.
Now, one more other particular area we covered was a section of the University of Tennessee, which is only two miles from downtown proper. This is what the locals call The Strip, and it’s a series of restaurants and bars where the college kids hang out. During football and basketball games, it can be quite busy here.
Leaving the strip, we head into campus proper. We’re going to show you two landmarks on campus - where the basketball team plays their games, and the campus’ football stadium. The University of Tennessee has about 28,000 students, which puts it just inside the top 50 in terms of largest attendance
Here on the left is the massive Thompson-Boling Arena where the mens and womens basketball teams play. This street is called Phillip Fulmer way. It was named after long-time football coach Phillip Fulmer. The stadium here in the middle of campus is called Neyland Stadium. It’s absolutely massive - and holds 102,000 people. It’s so large it’s hard to even get the entire thing in one frame.
That’s the end of our drive through the greater Knoxville downtown area. Hopefully this gave you some perspective on what Knoxville Tennessee is like.
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Overhill by Rail: Hiwassee River Rail Adventure & Blue Ridge Scenic Railway
When British settlers first began exploring in the Southern Appalachian region, they dubbed the Cherokee settlements on the Western side of the mountains the Overhill towns due to their isolated locations. Today, the Overhill region is flooded on summer weekends with crowds looking to hike its mountains, drive its scenic byways, swim and fish its lakes, and kayak or tube the Hiwassee and Ocoee Rivers. One of the best ways to see the region is by train, and visitors to the Overhill have two choices: the Hiwassee River Rail Adventure and the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway. Both excursions traverse the old Hook & Eye line that once connected Knoxville and Marietta, Georgia. The Hook & Eye was first opened in the late 1880s as a narrow gauge line from Marietta to Murphy, North Carolina (where it met with the Western North Carolina Railroad, which would later become the Southern Railway's famed Murphy Branch). A sharp curve in the line near Talking Rock, GA came to be known as the Hook. In 1890, a rail line was built from Knoxville to connect with the existing line at Blue Ridge, GA. A series of switchbacks on this route was soon bypassed by a spectacular double spiral around Bald Mountain between Apalachia and Farner, TN, the Eye. The line came under the Lousiville & Nashville's control in 1902 and formed an important link between Knoxville, Atlanta, and the copper mines near the state line. The Tennessee segment was purchased the the Tennessee Overhill Heritage Association upon its abandonment, and the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum operates excursions out of the preserved Etowah depot as the Hiwassee River Rail Adventure. These trips travel along the Hiwassee and over the Loop at Bald Mountain before turning south and sprinting to the state line at the twin towns of Copperhill/McCaysville. The Georgia portion of the line is now operated by the Georgia Northeastern Railroad, which hauls freight from Ellijay to Marietta. Although there is no freight traffic beyond Ellijay, the Blue Ridge Scenic runs excursions from Blue Ridge along the Toccoa River to Copperhill/McCaysville, where it parks just across the street from the Hiwassee excursion. Together, the two scenic railways have preserved on the most scenic and historic rail lines in the Southern Appalachians for all to enjoy.
East Tennessee Urbex: Old Highway 72
We came upon this abandoned road while exploring the old railroad bed in Blount county, Tennessee. Turns out, this stretch of road was once part of a major highway up until approximately 40 years ago. While Highway 72 still exists today, this particular stretch was possibly abandoned in 1978, when the remainder of the Little Tennessee River Valley was flooded by the Tellico Dam. The road would have be rerouted to accommodate this change. As you can see, both parts of the road end up in the lake.
University Commons
Pieper O'Brien Herr Architects designed the redevelopment of this brownfield site that was once the home of a manufacturing plant. The developers sensed the value of the site as a great opportunity to provide retail services to the under served area that includes the University of Tennessee, as well as upper class housing just to the West of the campus. Two railroads abut the property, CSX and a small regional railroad that also operates an old steam train for weekend train fans. Due to the soil's environmental issues and density of development, the parking is being provided under the second level major retailers. Small retail space is at ground level. The developers requested POH to design the buildings to recall the architectural character of old warehouse and manufacturing buildings that were native to the area. We are designing a classically inspired train station building to house train ticketing, a gift shop for train enthusiasts, and boarding platform as a part of the development. This station will serve as the main embarkation for rail fans.
HiDef: Southern Steam Special - 154 & 630 Knoxville to Alcoa 11/13/11
On a VERY windy day in east Tennessee, Norfolk Southern's 21st Century Steam program continued the weekend's festivities in Knoxville. This time, they featured two Southern steam locomotives: G&O's 154 and TVRM's 630.
In this video, you will follow train 951 from its departure in Knoxville's City Yard with engine 154 all the way to Alcoa, where 154 will be swapped for 630. From there, you'll see the train steam back north to Knoxville on the NS K&A Line. Smoke, steam, and ashes are in the air during the second installment of S-Line Productions' Month of Southern Heritage series. Enjoy!
Country Estate For Sale in Tennessee - 2 Homes - Hunting & Fishing
Magnificent Country Estate For Sale in West Tennessee
95 +/- Acre Tract which includes 2 homes, row crop land, excellent hunting opportunities, a natural spring which feeds a stocked pond providing great fishing. Beautiful, mature trees are scattered throughout the property fruit producing varieties; oak, cedars, and pines. Plenty of space to ride ATV's, set up additional food plots for hunting, or to dig an additional lake or pond. Ideal property to further develop into a substantial farming operation, with the 2 dwellings and large land tract.
First Home is approximately 4000 sq. heated, traditional Red Brick Ranch Style Home with full finished basement. Main floor consist of 3 Bedrooms with ample sized closets, 2 bathrooms , Eat-in Kitchen, Formal Dining, Living Room and Separate Den. Expansive Deck with commanding View, and balcony runs accesses the Kitchen and Master Suite. Large Floored Attic provides lots of extra storage space and runs the length of the house. Walk out basement is approximately 1,865 square feet, is remodeled featuring french doors, stained and sealed concrete floors, barn doors, laundry room with sink and space for a refrigerator and stove with gas hook-ups, walk-in closet, full bathroom, closet under stairs, access to attached approximately 515 square foot garage / workshop. Home has 2 HVAC units; one for main floor and a separate heat and air unit for basement installed in 2019.
Second Home is a circa 1921 Farmhouse with large Wrap-Around Front Porch, and Large Covered Back Deck. Updated with fresh paint, textured walls and ceilings, and updated lighting. Cozy, nostalgic old-home feel with high ceilings, thick baseboards and trim, and convenient built-ins reminiscent of the old style home. Floor Plan features approximately 1800 Sq. Ft - 2BR / 2BA downstairs with an additional parlor / sitting room or office. Upstairs has versatile area which can be utilized for 3rd bedroom. Bathrooms have been remodeled and home is fully functional, and move-in ready. HVAC unit replaced in 2014. Covered Deck or Wrap-Around Front Porch are both great places to relax and enjoy a morning cup of coffee or afternoon cup of tea. Home would be an ideal Airbnb, Rental, In-law Quarters, or flipping opportunity, if you wanted to subdivide later on down the road.
Investment and Income Opportunity
Ideal Long Range Investment and Income Opportunity aboud with this coveted tract of real estate. Currently the property receives income from a variety of sources: Government CRP program on part of the property and hunting and farming leases on additional portions of the tract. There is also the 2nd home on the property which could be utilized as a rental, providing additional revenue stream. Substantial road frontage on 2 separate streets: 2500 + ft on Meadows Ln. and 1500 ft on Williams Rd.additionally adds value as potential subdividing of the property may be ideal in the future as the local economy and surrounding area continues to grow. Tennessee is additionally rated as one of the BEST states in the nation to live for Retirees. Zero State Income Tax, the 2nd lowest cost of living in the nation, and 10.2% below the avg. cost of living index in the US. Tennessee is a great place to grow old and grow rich! Visit ( for more information about what makes our state conducive for your long term financial health picture.
Geographic Location & About the Area
Property is located just barely outside the city limits of the small town of Henderson, in Chester County, Tennessee. Rich in history and steeped in tradition, Henderson embraces the small-town values and volunteer spirit that make Tennessee great. Henderson is located at the intersection of US Hwy 45 and State Route 100. It is 16 miles south of Jackson and approximately 80 miles east of Memphis; Henderson began as a railroad community on the Mobile & Ohio Railroad. Once home to a bustling depot, Historic Front Street now gets more traffic from its businesses than its railways. With a balanced blend of retail and industry, Henderson shops line Main Street and beyond while many industries are located in or near the Industrial Park on the US Hwy. 45. Freed-Hardeman University, a four-year, liberal arts university, is located downtown. With approximately 2,050 students each year, FHU greatly contributes to Henderson's economy.
Chickasaw State Park is located approximately 8 miles west of Henderson.
Additional Purchase Opportunities:
*Options to Purchase the Main home with specified acre tract is Available:
*Owners are additionally offering the main house with 8 Acres including the pond for $399,900. (subject to new survey which the seller's will provide)
*Main Home + 8 +/- Acres with an additional 60 ACRES - offered at $599,900. (subject to new survey)
*60 Acres sold separately offered at $3500 per acre (subject to new survey)
The (almost?) abandoned Washington College Academy in Limestone, Tennessee
The (almost?) abandoned Washington College Academy in Limestone, Tennessee. Founded in 1780 by Samuel Doak, it was originally known as Martin Academy before was even a state (it was still part of North Carolina). It has been reincarnated several different times in different forms. At last word, it was used as an adult education center for GED, etc. type learning.
The Abandoned Holston Chilhowee Swimming Pool In Knoxville, Tennessee
A brief history and exploration of the Holston-Chilhowee Swimming Pool in Knoxville, Tennessee.
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Southern Railway #630 Mainline Run #2 (Norfolk Southern #098)
History was made yet again on August 9, 2011 as Southern Railway 2-8-0 #630 made the first unassisted steam move on Norfolk Southern rails since 1994. The engine pulled 6 passenger cars from Chattanooga to Cleveland, Tennessee and return.
The consist was: TVRM #907, WATX #500, WATX #539, TVRM #873, TVRM #3158 and TVRM #98.
The Muse Knoxville
Take a quick peek into this children's science museum, located in Knoxville, TN.
Historic L&N Passenger Train Station Knoxville Tn, on what was then Asylum Ave. Part 1
The Knoxville station’s opening in May 1905 coincided with the railway’s completion of its through lines from Louisville and Cincinnati to Atlanta. Its said to have cost $107,061 to build it.
The Knoxville L&N Passenger terminal was one of Knoxville’s most ornate public spaces, prominently featuring stained glass windows and tile flooring laid in oriental carpet patterns.
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Southern Railway #630 @ Collegedale, TN
On an overcast day in May, we headed out to Collegedale, TN, to watch ex. Southern Railway 2-8-0 #630 (NS train #955) on her way to Atlanta, as a part of Norfolk Southern's 21st Century Steam Program. The 630 will make several trips throughout the summer around the Southeast. You can buy tickets for some of the other trips at . Thanks for watching and more to come.
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Rivers and Rails: Daggers of the Civil War | Tennessee Civil War 150 | NPT
As Charles Dickens might have described it, rivers and rails brought the best of times and the worst of times to 19th century Tennessee. Rivers and Rails: Daggers of the Civil War, the latest episode in the Tennessee Civil War 150 series, a joint venture between Nashville Public Television (NPT) and The Renaissance Center, explores how transportation by water and steel brought great prosperity to the state just before the Civil War, only to give the invading Union Army a highway directly into the Deep South, eventually helping force the Confederacy to its knees.
Rivers and Rails: Daggers of the Civil War, co-produced by the Emmy Award-winning team of Stephen Hall and Ken Tucker of The Renaissance Center, is the seventh episode in the Tennessee Civil War 150 series, a multi-part project coinciding with the Sesquicentennial anniversary of the Civil War. Previous installments include Secession, Civil War Songs and Stories, No Going Back: Women and the War and Shiloh: The Devil's Own Day and No Looking Back: African American and the War. All have either won or been nominated for regional Emmy Awards.
Siege of Knoxville, Tennessee, begins November 17, 1863 This Day in History
Siege of Knoxville, Tennessee, begins November 17, 1863 This Day in History
On this day in 1863, Confederate General James Longstreet places the city of Knoxville, Tennessee, under siege. After two weeks and one failed attack, he abandoned the siege and rejoined General Robert E. Lee’s Army of Northern Virginia.
Hampton Inn Knoxville North, Knoxville, Tennessee - United States (US)
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Hampton Inn Knoxville North, Knoxville, Tennessee - United States (US)
Expect a warm Southern welcome. .. welcome to the Hampton Inn Knoxville-I-75 North. Peruse the incredible collection at the Knoxville Museum of Art. .. Enjoy a dinner cruise on the Star of Knoxville Riverboat. .. Shop till you drop at the Knoxville Center Mall. .. Or visit the magnificent Sunsphere at Worlds Fair Park, the site of the 1982 Worlds Fair. Theres so much to see and do near the hotel in Knoxville, you may want to plan a second trip!When you visit Knoxville, youll have the best of both worlds: all the excitement and amenities of the city, with the hospitality and charm of a small Southern town. Whatever your pleasure-from golfing to shopping, performing arts to professional sports-youll find it all near the comfortable Knoxville hotel. Whether youre on a business trip or family vacation, youll want a hotel in Knoxville that offers modern amenities and excellent service. Thats just what youll find at the Hampton Inn Knoxville-I-75 North hotel. Were conveniently located just five miles from the University of Tennessee and the Knoxville Convention Center, close to great shopping, dining, and entertainment opportunities. Plus, were just a short drive from exciting area attractions, including Dollywood and Great Smoky Mountain National Park. Your adventure awaits when you visit the charming Knoxville hotel. services amenitiesEven if youre in Knoxville to enjoy the great outdoors, we want you to enjoy the great indoors as well. Thats why the hotel offers a full range of services and amenities at the hotel to make your stay with us exceptional. Are you planning a meeting? Wedding? Family reunion? Little League game? Let us help you with the easy booking and rooming list management tools. * Meetings Events* Local restaurant guide.expect a warm Southern welcome. .. welcome to the Hampton Inn Knoxville-I-75 North. Peruse the incredible collection at the Knoxville Museum of Art. .. Enjoy a dinner cruise on the Star of Knoxville Riverboat. .. Shop till you drop at the Knoxville Center Mall. .. Or visit the magnificent Sunsphere at Worlds Fair Park, the site of the 1982 Worlds Fair. Theres so much to see and do near the hotel in Knoxville, you may want to plan a second trip!When you visit Knoxville, youll have the best of both worlds: all the excitement and amenities of the city, with the hospitality and charm of a small Southern town. Whatever your pleasure-from golfing to shopping, performing arts to professional sports-youll find it all near the comfortable Knoxville hotel. Whether youre on a business trip or family vacation, youll want a hotel in Knoxville that offers modern amenities and excellent service. Thats just what youll find at the Hampton Inn Knoxville-I-75 North hotel. Were conveniently located just five miles from the University of Tennessee and the Knoxville Convention Center, close to great shopping, dining, and entertainment opportunities. Plus, were just a short drive from exciting area attractions, including Dollywood and Great Smoky Mountain National Park. Your adventure awaits when you visit the charming Knoxville hotel. services amenitiesEven if youre in Knoxville to enjoy the great outdoors, we want you to enjoy the great indoors as well. Thats why the hotel offers a full range of services and amenities at the hotel to make your stay with us exceptional. Are you planning a meeting? Wedding? Family reunion? Little League game? Let us help you with the easy booking and rooming list management tools. * Meetings Events* Local restaurant guide.
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High-speed Internet is available at this hotel. Wireless internet on site. Internet via modem/data port is available.
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Prior to 11:00 AM
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Southern 4501 Niota, TN
Southern 2-8-2 4501 passes through Niota, Tennessee on a a ferry move to Knoxville for the 21st Century Steam trips in Bristol this weekend. The Niota depot is the oldest in the state of Tennessee.
Saving the Niota Train Depot
The train depot in Niota is the oldest standing train depot in the state of Tennessee. The depot was built in 1854 and was used up until 1972. With the building slowly decaying, the town acquired it and has used it for local government offices and various activities. Age has caught up with the old building and many improvements are needed.
Mayor Martha Walden and Jack E Webb detail their efforts to save the old train depot from further decay.