TENNESSEE (3 Ghost Counties) Lewis County - Created in 1843, then completely abolished for a year following the Civil War. It became a part of Maury, Lawrence, Hickman and Wayne Counties for that year. The following year it was reorganized, and is still in existance today. (NOT A TRUE GHOST COUNTY) Tennessee County - This county was created in 1788 as part of the State of Franklin. When Tennessee was created in 1796, the county surrendered its name. It was divided up among Stewart, Houston and other counties. Wayne County - Created in 1785 as part of the State of Franklin. Abolished in 1788.