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1811/1812 earthquake along New Madrid fault line. Mississippi river ran backwards three days and made lake

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What is the largest lake in TN?

The largest natural lake in Tennessee is Reelfoot Lake.


How far is the Mississippi river from reelfoot lake?

10 miles


What landform is known as the turtle capital of the world?

Reelfoot Lake in Tennessee


How big is Reelfoot Lake?

North West Tennessee.


What lake in west Tennessee was formed by an earthquake?

It's called Reelfoot Lake is Northwest TN. I hope that's the one you're looking for.


How many hours does it take to get from mayfield KY to reelfoot lake Tennesse?

It takes about 1 hour...


What five states is the Reelfoot Rift in?

The Reelfoot Rift extends through parts of five states: Tennessee, Missouri, Arkansas, Kentucky, and Illinois. It is a geological feature formed by tectonic activity and is notable for its impact on the landscape and the creation of Reelfoot Lake in Tennessee. The rift is associated with seismic activity, particularly in the New Madrid Seismic Zone.


What year did the earthquake occur that created Reelfoot Lake in NW Tennessee?

it happed up sabways chak noorus... mwahahahahaha


When was Reelfoot National Wildlife Refuge created?

Reelfoot National Wildlife Refuge was created in 1941.


What is the area of Reelfoot National Wildlife Refuge?

The area of Reelfoot National Wildlife Refuge is 42.201 square kilometers.


How many natural lakes does Tennessee have?

Tennessee only has one natural lake of significant size. Reelfoot Lake was formed during the New Madrid earthquakes, specifically during the one on February 7, 1812


What lake is near Memphis TN?

There are some lakes inside Memphis city limits, Kilowatt Lake & Horn Lake. The next large lake near Memphis, but not in Tennessee I believe is Arkabutla Lake in Mississippi. Two other lakes in Tennessee within a few hours drive are Pickwick Lake and Reelfoot Lake.