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2011 Map of Big Spring

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Big Spring
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

The Current River carves a deep path through Carter County in this 2011 survey, defining a landscape dominated by complex drainage systems and springs. The settlement of Chilton sits near the river's bend, surrounded by a dense network of named hollows including Chalk Bank Hollow, Copper Mine Hollow, and Elm Spring Hollow. This map is particularly notable for capturing the CCC Historic District near Big Spring, a site reflecting the legacy of 1930s conservation efforts and public works infrastructure.

Genealogists and local researchers will find significant value in the distribution of family-named landmarks and cemeteries, such as the Aldrich Valley Cemetery, Chilton Cemetery, and Kelley Cemetery. River navigation and access points are meticulously recorded, from Cataract Landing to the Big Spring River Access, illustrating the waterway's continued importance for local transit and recreation. The varied terrain, featuring high points like Cataract Hill and Bee Gum Ridge, underscores the isolation and specific geography of these Ozark hollows.