Suck Creek, Tennessee

Suck Creek is an unincorporated community in Marion County, in the U.S. state of Tennessee.^[1]

History

Suck Creek was named for rapids in the nearby stream which posed a hazard to pioneer travelers.^[2]

References

↑ U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Suck Creek, Tennessee
↑ Poovey, Bill (Dec 13, 2001). "Historic name creates modern dilemma for residents of Suck Creek, Tenn.". Kentucky New Era. pp. B5. Retrieved 31 May 2015.

Municipalities and communities of Marion County, Tennessee, United States

County seat: Jasper

Cities	New Hope South Pittsburg Whitwell

Towns	Jasper Kimball Monteagle‡ Orme Powell's Crossroads

Unincorporated communities	Aetna Haletown Mineral Springs Sequatchie Suck Creek Whiteside

Footnotes	‡This populated place also has portions in an adjacent county or counties

Coordinates: 35°10′51″N 85°25′36″W / 35.18083°N 85.42667°W / 35.18083; -85.42667

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