A picture is worth a thousand words when it comes to the “W Road”!
This just may be the most unusual stretch of road you will ever see. Traveled daily by residents traveling up and down Walden’s Ridge the road has it own set of rules known as the W Road etiquette.
Click here for a great aerial shot of the “W Road”.
Hold on to your hats, the top hairpin on the "W Road"
This road, which carries traffic up the eastern side of Walden’s Ridge from Mountain Creek Road in Red Bank, is named for the three switchbacks that form the shape of a “W” at the top of the ridge. The “W Road” was begun in 1890 to replace the old “corduroy road” used by early settlers moving cattle up and down the mountain and by both armies during the Civil War.
This pic shows a bit of the elevation of the hairpins
Initially there was a tollgate located at the top of the “W Road“ that was later moved to the home of James Conner, who continued to operate it until the 1880′s.
Fair warning at the top of the "W Road"
Next time you plan to visit Signal Mountain for the Pumpkin Patch or to hike around Signal Point, consider traveling the “W Road”! Don’t have plans to visit, make the drive anyway!
Click here for a great aerial shot of the W Road.
– Jeff & Patrice Wishmyer – Full Time Realtors with Prudential RealtyCenter are the real estate experts for those considering buying or selling a home. They work with employees of companies such as Volkswagen, Alstom Power and TVA as they relocate either to or from Chattanooga, TN. ChattanoogaAndBeyond.com is quickly becoming the Relocation Guide for the Southeastern Tennessee area featuring housing, events, attractions, recreation, schools, dining and much more. Put Us to Work for You Today! 423-424-8749
{ 0 comments }
