
The South Mountains dominate this landscape where the boundaries of Burke, Rutherford, and Cleveland counties converge. This rugged upland is defined by numerous peaks and ridges, including Richland Mtn Ridge, Benn Knob, and Covington Mtn. The drainage network is complex, with the First Broad River winding through the southern portion of the quadrangle, while smaller streams like Henry Fork and Jacob Fork carve through the northern slopes. The settlement of Casar sits at the southeastern edge of the map, serving as a focal point for local travel along Casar Rd.
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1905 · Morganton
USGS Topo · 1:125,000
1950 · Shelby
USGS Topo · 1:62,500
1953 · Charlotte
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1954 · Charlotte
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1956 · Valdese
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1956 · Benn Knob
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1956 · Casar
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1956 · Morganton South
USGS Topo · 1:24,000
1960 · Charlotte
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1962 · Charlotte
USGS Topo · 1:250,000