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1941 Map of Addie

Name: 1941 Topographic Map of Addie
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1941
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1941

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Sylva anchors the southwestern corner of this 1941 survey, where the Southern railroad line follows the winding course of Scott Creek eastward. The corridor between Sylva and Willits is a focal point of activity, passing through the mountain settlements of Beta and Addie. This transportation artery serves as the primary connection through the high terrain of the Plott Balsams, linking local industries and communities to the wider region.

Social and spiritual life in Jackson County is visible through several documented landmarks, including Liberty Sch, Oldfield Ch, and the Norman Cem. To the north, the Cherokee Indian Reservation encompasses much of the Qualla Tract, where Soco Creek flows near Blue Wing Ch. The topography is defined by significant elevations like Waterrock Knob and Yellow Face, marking the divide between the Nantahala and Pisgah national forests.