What this tracks
This dataset maps rivers and river segments in Tennessee officially designated as Scenic Rivers under state law.
Why it matters to you
If you’re planning a kayaking trip or waterfront property purchase, this tells you which stretches of river have protected scenic status—meaning no industrial development or excessive shoreline clearing is allowed. For hikers and anglers, it highlights the most pristine sections to explore, like where Beaverdam Creek’s Class II designation ensures a pastoral experience.
How to read this data
NAME — Official river segment name, like “Beaverdam Creek Scenic River”.
DESIGNATION — Protection level and character, such as “Class II Pastoral River Area” (least developed) or “Class III Recreational River Area”.
DESCRIPTION — Specific segment boundaries, e.g., “That segment beginning with the confluence of Brush Fork and Piney Fork…”.
URL — Link to official TN.gov page with regulations and access details for that river.
Where this leaves you
This dataset doesn’t let you look anything up by your address, but it’s still a window into how the state operates. Read it to understand the scope of the program and what the official records contain; the state’s own interactive map (linked on this page) shows the locations involved.