2013 Map of Bethpage

About this map

Castalian Springs anchors the southern portion of this landscape, a historic mineral spring site that helped shape the settlement of Sumner County. The area is defined by the winding course of Bledsoe Cr and its various tributaries like Lick Cr and Brush Fork. The transition between agricultural lands and more modern developments is evident in the cluster of small communities and distinct landmarks like the Red Chief Orchard and Shady Cove Resort near Oakland. Moving north, the map reveals a corridor of rural junctions and small settlements including Rogana, Hartsville Junction, and Bethpage. The relationship between the terrain and transportation is clear as roads follow the natural contours of Mutton Hollow and the base of Green Mountain. This survey documents the local-scale geography of Tennessee's Central Basin as it appeared in the early 21st century, preserving the locations of rural commerce sites like Paynes Store.