Tennessee Sinkhole News | Interactive Sinkhole Maps
Tennessee Sinkhole News — Latest updates: Stay informed with the latest sinkhole reports, incident summaries and local resources across Tennessee. This resource page collects recent and historical sinkhole events from cities and counties statewide.
Recent and notable Tennessee sinkhole reports
Chattanooga: Heritage Landing / Veterans Bridge sinkhole
A large sinkhole was reported near Heritage Landing and the Veterans Bridge in Chattanooga. Local crews assessed the area and managed traffic as officials investigated the cause and extent of roadway damage.
Maury County: Calf rescued from sinkhole (May 28, 2021)
Rescue crews successfully retrieved a small calf that had fallen into a sinkhole in Maury County. The incident highlights risks to livestock and rural property where sudden collapses can occur.
Wilson County: Calf rescued by crews (May 26, 2021)
Another livestock rescue in Wilson County underscored the frequency of sinkholes in rural Tennessee after heavy rains or subsurface instability.
Memphis: McLean Boulevard & Macon Road sinkholes
Sections of McLean Boulevard and Macon Road have previously closed after sinkholes opened, disrupting traffic and prompting infrastructure repairs. These urban sinkholes often require rapid response from city public works.
Knoxville / Knox County: U.S. 11 East sinkhole (Aug 17, 2020)
A large sinkhole formed near Broadway Boulevard (U.S. 11 East), closing lanes and triggering geotechnical inspections. Heavy rainfall and local geology were cited as likely factors.
University of Tennessee: Campus sinkhole (Mar 2, 2020)
A major sinkhole opened on the University of Tennessee campus, drawing attention to sinkhole risks even in well-developed institutional grounds and the need for ongoing monitoring and mitigation.
Nashville: 1st Avenue & Demonbreun intersection (June 28, 2019)
An intersection sinkhole in Nashville required lane closures and repairs. Urban sinkholes like this can affect utilities, traffic patterns and local businesses.
Other historical events
Additional incidents include Greenwell Road in Knox County, Otha Holt Road in Gibson County, Maynardville in Union County and Macon Road in Memphis. Many of these events followed heavy rains and flooding.
Why monitor sinkhole activity in Tennessee?
Tennessee’s varied geology and karst-prone regions make sinkholes a persistent hazard—affecting rural and urban areas alike. Monitoring incidents, rapid response and public awareness help reduce risks to people, property and infrastructure.
For more details and full posts on individual events, visit the linked articles above or the Tennessee Sinkhole News resource page.
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