Transportation


Lee County is centrally located between I-81 and I-75 and is served by many arterial four-lane highways, including U.S. 23 and U.S. 58.

The county is served by a new airport that was completed in 2004. Lee County Airport in Jonesville is equipped with a 5,000 ft. runway that can accommodate small jet service. Commercial air service is available at Tri-Cities Regional Airport in Blountville, Tennessee, which is located 60 miles from Jonesville; or at McGhee Tyson Airport in Knoxville, Tennesse, which is located 90 minutes from Lee County.

The county’s rail needs are met by both Norfolk Southern and CSX Transportation, and more than thirty motor freight companies provide freight services in the county.

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