The Chickamauga Dam and Its Environs

The Chickamauga Dam and Its Environs, written by Robert Sparks Walker in the mid-20th century, provides a historical account of the construction of the Chickamauga Dam and its effects on the surrounding landscape and communities. The book intertwines engineering details with local history, focusing on the interactions between the indigenous Cherokee nation and white settlers, including the displacement of Native American communities. Walker highlights the geographical features of Chickamauga Lake and the submerged villages of Dallas and Harrison, while reflecting on the beauty of the region and its historical significance.