Access Markets by Roads, Waterways, Land, or Rail.

Conveniently located halfway between Knoxville and Chattanooga along Interstate 75 and U.S. Highway 411, Monroe County affords easy access to major metropolitan markets. International river and barge service to any place in the world is available in Monroe County through the TVA lake system, and Tellico Lake is a hub for Tennessee's largest marine industry base.

By Land

Located on Interstate 75, Monroe County also offers access to U.S. Highways 11, 129 and 411, which run through Alabama, Georgia and Tennessee. State Highways include 2, 33, 39, 68, 72, 115, 165, 307, 315, 322 and 360. Norfolk Southern and CSX Transportation both serve Monroe County.

By Air

Monroe County Airport, which recently underwent improvements to add more hangars, is the county's general aviation airport. It has a 3,643-foot airport and offers a pilot training program. The nearest commercial service airport, McGhee Tyson Airport, is just 32 miles away in Knoxville.

By Water

Tennessee River is the closest navigable waterway, with a commercial port in Lenoir City.

QUICKFACTS
Nearest Commercial Service AirportMcGhee Tyson (Knoxville)
Distance to Nearest Commercial Service Airport32 miles
Daily Flights At Nearest Commercial Service Airport79
Nearest General Aviation AirportMonroe County
Distance to Nearest General Aviation Airport0 miles
Runway Length at Nearest General Aviation Airpot3,643'
Mean Travel Time to Work (Minutes)26.8
Access of InterstateI-75
U.S. Highways11, 129, 411
State Highways2, 33, 39, 68, 72, 115, 165, 307, 315, 322, 360
Nearest Port (From County Seat)Lenoir City
Railroads Serving CountyCSX, NS
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Monroe County offers a solid infrastructure, strategic location and strong business climate to help your business thrive.
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