Blair, Tennessee facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Blair
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| Country | United States |
| State | Tennessee |
| County | Roane County |
| Elevation | 879 ft (268 m) |
| GNIS feature ID | 1314691 |
Blair is a small place located in Roane County, Tennessee, in the United States. It's known as an "unincorporated community." This means it's a neighborhood or area that doesn't have its own local government, like a city or town. Instead, it's part of the larger county.
About Blair
Blair is found at specific geographic coordinates: 35°59′33″N latitude and 84°25′15″W longitude. These numbers help pinpoint its exact location on a map. It's a quiet area within the beautiful state of Tennessee.
Train Connections
One of the most interesting things about Blair is its connection to trains! It's a special spot where two different railroad lines meet. The railroad line used by the Southern Appalachia Railway Museum connects here with the main tracks of the Norfolk Southern railroad. This makes Blair an important point for train routes in the area.
The Southern Appalachia Railway Museum often runs special train rides. These rides let people experience what it was like to travel by train in the past. The connection at Blair helps these museum trains link up with bigger rail networks.
