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Oak Ridge

Oak Ridge is a city in Tennessee, US.

Catholic jurisdiction: Latin — Diocese of Knoxville

29,156
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About Oak Ridge

Oak Ridge is located in the eastern part of Tennessee, in the United States. It is situated in Anderson and Roane counties, approximately 25 miles west of Knoxville. The city is part of the Knoxville-Oak Ridge-Inner Tennessee metropolitan area.

Oak Ridge is notable for its role in the Manhattan Project during World War II, and it remains a major center for scientific research and development. The city's economy is driven by its research institutions, including the Oak Ridge National Laboratory, and it has a strong character shaped by its history and scientific community.

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