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Tennessee Colony is a small unincorporated community located in Anderson County, Texas. It is situated approximately 100 miles southeast of Dallas and 150 miles north of Houston. The community is named after the Tennessee Colony Penitentiary, which was established in the area in the 1840s. Today, Tennessee Colony is primarily known for its correctional facilities, including the Beto, Coffield, and Michael Units, which house thousands of inmates. Despite its small size and focus on corrections, Tennessee Colony offers a peaceful rural setting with beautiful landscapes and a close-knit community.