Oswald Dome
Oswald Dome (elevation 3,022 ft, 921 m), also known as Bean Mountain, is a mountain located in the Cherokee National Forest in Polk County, Tennessee. It is part of a larger ridge called Chilhowee Mountain, and is the highest point on that ridge.
Oswald Dome | |
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Oswald Dome, viewed from Polk County High School | |
Highest point | |
Elevation | 3,022 ft (921 m) [1] |
Coordinates | 35°11′32″N 84°33′30″W [2] |
Geography | |
Oswald Dome | |
Parent range | Unicoi Mountains |
Topo map | United States Geological Survey |
Description
Oswald Dome is located at approximately 3.2 miles west of Reliance, 5.5 miles northeast of Benton, and 2.9 miles south-southeast of Delano. The Hiwassee River flows along the north base. The mountain is accessible by Oswald Dome Road, a forest service road which connects to U.S. 64, and two trails. The Lowry Cove Trail begins on top of the mountain and heads north. Several radio/television transmitters are located atop the mountain.[3] A fire tower was moved from the mountain to the Ocoee Whitewater Center in 2004.[4]
Towers
References
- "Oswald Dome Map". Mapcarta.com. Google. Retrieved March 31, 2014.
- "Oswald Dome". Peakbagger.com. United States Geological Survey. November 1, 2004. Retrieved March 31, 2014.
- "Towers near Oswald Dome Trail, TN". www.localweather.com.
- Historical marker at the Ocoee Whitewater Center