Monterey, Tennessee facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Monterey, Tennessee
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| Town of Monterey | |
East Commercial Avenue
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| Motto(s):
"", "Where Hilltops Kiss the Sky"
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Location of Monterey in Putnam County, Tennessee.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Tennessee |
| County | Putnam |
| Incorporated | 1893 |
| Named for | Spanish for "King of the Mountain" |
| Government | |
| • Type | Mayor-council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3.03 sq mi (7.85 km2) |
| • Land | 3.03 sq mi (7.84 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.01 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,880 ft (570 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 2,746 |
| • Density | 906.87/sq mi (350.18/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
38574
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| Area code(s) | 931 |
| FIPS code | 47-49760 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1294185 |
Monterey is a town in Putnam County, Tennessee, United States. In 2020, about 2,746 people lived there. It is part of the Cookeville, Tennessee area. The town's name, "Monterey," means "King of the Mountains."
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History of Monterey
Monterey started as a small settlement. It grew around a special landmark called the "Standing Stone." This stone was a guide for people traveling in the late 1700s. It also marked the land between the Cherokee and Shawnee tribes.
Early Settlers and the Standing Stone
By 1805, a few families had made Monterey their home. They built the Standing Stone Inn. This inn helped travelers heading west. It was an important stop for many years.
Civil War Events
During the Civil War in 1864, soldiers came to Monterey. They were looking for Confederate fighters. On March 12, 1864, some soldiers entered a home. They killed six guests they believed were Confederate guerrillas. A special marker in Monterey remembers this event.
Growth with the Railroad
Monterey grew a lot when the railroad arrived. A group of investors bought land with coal. They wanted to build a new town for coal workers. This town would have homes and businesses. They named the new town "Monterey." This name meant "King of the Mountains," because coal was very important. The railroad helped transport coal from the area.
Recent Events
On April 3, 2020, there was a problem with a dam. The dam held back the town's lake. Its failure caused a flash flood warning for the Calfkiller River area.
Geography and Location
Monterey is located in eastern Putnam County. It sits on the western edge of the Cumberland Plateau. This area is known for its beautiful mountains.
Connecting Roads
Monterey is about 90 miles (145 km) east of Nashville. It is also about 90 miles (145 km) west of Knoxville. You can reach these cities using Interstate 40. Other roads like U.S. Route 70 also pass through. State Route 84 connects Monterey to nearby towns like Livingston and Sparta. State Route 62 and State Route 164 also link Monterey to other areas.
Local Rivers
The Calfkiller River and the Falling Water River both start near Monterey. Their sources are just west of the town.
Town Size
The town of Monterey covers about 3.0 square miles (7.8 square kilometers). Most of this area is land. Only a very small part is water.
Population of Monterey
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 1,107 | — | |
| 1920 | 1,445 | 30.5% | |
| 1930 | 1,731 | 19.8% | |
| 1940 | 1,742 | 0.6% | |
| 1950 | 2,043 | 17.3% | |
| 1960 | 2,069 | 1.3% | |
| 1970 | 2,351 | 13.6% | |
| 1980 | 2,610 | 11.0% | |
| 1990 | 2,559 | −2.0% | |
| 2000 | 2,717 | 6.2% | |
| 2010 | 2,850 | 4.9% | |
| 2020 | 2,746 | −3.6% | |
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In 2020, the town had 2,746 people living there. There were 877 households in Monterey. About 616 families made their home in the town.
Famous People from Monterey
- Charlotte Burks, who was a state senator in Tennessee.
- Tommy Burks, who also served as a state senator in Tennessee.
- Harvie June Van, a country music singer.
See also
In Spanish: Monterey (Tennessee) para niños
