Polk County TN

Sheriff Steve Ross

PO Box 1189, Benton,TN 37307
(423) 715-7098
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The Polk County Sheriff’s Department is stationed within the Judicial Complex in Benton, TN. The department consists of three criminal detectives, two drug detectives and 12 deputies under the direction of Sheriff Steve Ross.

Sheriff Ross is responsible for the crime prevention and safety directives throughout the county; he also is dedicated to implementing drug awareness and prevention programs in the community and directs the keeping and court appearances of the inmate population.

The Sheriff and his staff are proud to serve Polk County and are willing to provide assistance to anyone in need.

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Polk County, Tennessee is a popular destination for outdoor activities, including whitewater rafting, hiking, and visiting historic sites.

Outdoor activities

  • Whitewater rafting
  • The Ocoee and Hiwassee rivers are popular for whitewater rafting. Cherokee Rafting is a company that offers rafting on the Ocoee River.
  • Tubing
  • You can rent tubes from Webb Brothers Rafting & General Store on the Hiwassee River.
  • Hiking
  • The Storybook Trail at Hiwassee Ocoee State Park is a short, easy trail for kids.
  • Benton Falls Hike
  • A 1.5 mile hike to waterfalls.

Historic sites

  • Fort Marr
  • A 200-year-old blockhouse that was a refuge for soldiers during the Creek Wars.
  • Nancy Ward Gravesite
  • The burial site of Cherokee Peacemaker Nancy Ward, located on a hill overlooking the Ocoee River.

Other attractions

  • Welcome Valley Village
  • A place to rent log cabins along the Ocoee River.
  • Polk County Ramp Tramp Festival
  • A festival that includes a meal with ramps, bluegrass music, and crafts.

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