OK so what is this?

[kkcomp]

Out exploring my land I saw this massive tree. It measured almost 42 inches about 5 feet off the ground and is at least 70 to 80 feet tall. Very straight for something that size but I could not see it's leaves due to the canopy of other trees. Took a picture of the bark and picture this calls it Ash, Google says Cherry Bark Oak and Plant ID says Water Oak. Maybe the confusion is because of focus. Any thoughts? 


 

[Southside]

I am confused by the fact you have a side hill in Florida.   ;D  Is that a leaf sprouting on the side of the trunk? 

[kkcomp]

It is in Tennessee. I only live in Florida until I can retire from the job. The leaf is another tree

[moodnacreek]

I have to id saw logs by the bark and end grain and they are local. To id a tree by the bark alone and from all over the country is asking too much sometimes. So, ok, where are the leaves, twigs and maybe fruit?

[Don P]

Look under it for cucumbertree fruit.
That leaf is large and I guess it would be wide lanceolate

[Otis1]

Basswood maybe? I don't know if you've got those in TN