Shady Grove, Jefferson County, Tennessee facts for kids
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Shady Grove
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 Shady Grove
Location in Tennessee
Shady Grove
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Tennessee |
| County | Jefferson |
| Elevation | 1,010 ft (309 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP Code |
37725
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| Area code(s) | 865 |
Shady Grove is a small community in Jefferson County, Tennessee, United States. It is called an "unincorporated community" because it does not have its own local government like a city or town.
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History
A Look Back in Time
Long ago, before people from Europe arrived, Native Americans lived in the Shady Grove area. They built a large city called Chiaha. The main village was on a big island in the French Broad River. Later, settlers from Tennessee named this island Zimmerman's Island.
Early European Visitors
In the 1500s, the Shady Grove area was part of the Coosa chiefdom. This was a powerful group of Native American villages. Spanish explorers, like Hernando De Soto and Juan Pardo, traveled through this area with their soldiers.
Geography
Where is Shady Grove?
Shady Grove is located next to the French Broad River. This part of the river has been turned into Douglas Lake. The community is about 4.6 miles (7.4 km) southwest of Dandridge. Dandridge is the main town, or "county seat," for Jefferson County.
Getting Around
Tennessee State Route 139 (SR 139) is a main road that goes through Shady Grove. The community uses the same ZIP code as Dandridge, which is 37725.
Economy
What Shady Grove Offers
Shady Grove is a popular spot for people who love the lake. You can find several places to dock boats here. There are also marinas, which are like parking lots for boats. The community also has a resort hotel right on the lake.
Infrastructure
Water for the Community
Since 1963, the Shady Grove Utility District (SGUD) has provided water to the community. SGUD also serves parts of Jefferson and Sevier counties. This district makes sure homes and businesses have clean water. SGUD's main office has been in Shady Grove on SR 139 since 2001.
