1967 Map of Benton

About this map

The Hiwassee River and Ocoee River define the fertile bottomlands of this Polk County landscape, which by the mid-1960s was transitioning into the modern era of the Tennessee Valley Authority’s water management. The town of Benton serves as a focal point, situated between the high ridges of Chestuee Mountain and the sweeping curves of the river. A significant historical landmark is the Nancy Ward Cem, marking the final resting place of the Cherokee Beloved Woman, which reflects the deep indigenous and early frontier roots of the region.