Powell Tennessee Map

About Powell, Tennessee

Powell is a locality in Knox County, Tennessee, United States. It has a population of 13,739. The population density is 612.3 people per km². Powell is located at 36.0317°N, 84.0280°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 37849.

Powell commands a position defined by the steady, winding path of Beaver Creek as it carves through the surrounding terrain. It lies 7.6 miles southeast of Clinton, TN (from Clinton, TN: bearing 130°T), and is situated 7.8 miles northwest of Knoxville. The landscape near Powell unfolds in a series of modest elevations that soften the transition toward the distant Appalachian Mountains visible on the horizon. To the north, the Norris Forestry Research Area provides a dense, quiet expanse of woodland that influences the local climate with cool, shaded air. Travelers often note how the light catches the greenery in Copeland Hollow, where the shadows deepen with an ancient, quiet persistence at dusk. Those seeking the stillness of deeper waters find solace at Melton Hill Lake, which sits just four miles from the center of the local geography. Powell traces its origins to the expansion of rail lines that once transformed the agrarian landscape into a bustling hub for commerce and trade. The local economy has evolved from its early reliance on the fertile soil of the valley into a diverse network of modern businesses and professional services. Small industrial enterprises and retail centers now occupy the space where farmers once moved their harvests to market, maintaining a steady pace of development. Residents observe the shift in the seasons through the lens of a working landscape, where the rhythm of daily industry remains tethered to the original character of the valley. This pragmatism serves as the foundation for the prosperity that defines the modern character of the place. Powell retains a distinct cultural identity that balances the quietude of its residential streets with the legacy of its public spaces, such as the local Powell Station. Community life finds its focus in gatherings that honor the shared history and the specific, local traditions that have taken root over many decades. High school sports serve as a central social pillar, drawing neighbors together on crisp autumn evenings to witness the competitive spirit of the youth. While the region is largely defined by its own industrious quiet, it has seen figures such as the accomplished musician Kenny Chesney pass through the broader regional sphere, carrying the influence of these Tennessee landscapes into a wider world. The atmosphere remains one of understated resilience, marked by a sense of place that values the steady passage of time above all else.

About This Powell Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Powell, Tennessee — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 36.031747, -84.027968. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Powell and Knox County.

Detailed location data for Powell includes the ZIP code (37849), telephone area code (865), county seat of Knox County (Knoxville), and school district assignment (Knox County School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Powell is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.