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2013 Map of Beans Cove

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of Beans Cove
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

Beans Cove and the southern reaches of Bedford County are defined by a series of prominent gaps and hollows where small settlements have long been tucked away. The terrain is marked by significant elevations like Martin Hill, where the Martin Hill Fire Tower stands as a focal point for the surrounding forest. This 2013 survey illustrates the persistence of rural landmarks, most notably the Hewitt Covered Bridge crossing Town Cr near the community of Hewitt.

Waterways like Evitts Cr, Flintstone Cr, and Pigeonroost Run carve through the landscape, creating natural corridors such as Pigeonroost Gap and Summerville Gap. These gaps historically dictated the placement of roads like Tussey Mountain Rd and Black Valley Rd, which follow the contours of Buck Ridge and Black Valley. Local recreation is anchored by the Blankley Picnic Area and Sweet Root Picnic Area, preserving the character of this mountain valley region.