This is the story of Butler, Johnson County, Tennessee. The only town flooded by the Tennessee Valley Authority. Butler and its citizens met this ultimate fate after surviving almost two centuries of natural floods, wars, and disease. This is the story of 'Old' Butler 1768-1948, Carderview 1948-1953 and 'New' Butler 1953-Present. Interesting side stories of happenings in Butler and surroundings also presented. Appendices are very informative.