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1946 Map of Block

USGS Topo · Published 1947

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The Southern railroad line carves through the narrow valleys of this portion of Campbell and Scott Counties, connecting industrial outposts like Turley and Block in the rugged terrain. The 1940s landscape is defined by its ridge-and-valley topography, where small settlements such as Smoky Junction and Montgomery are concentrated along watercourses like Straight Fork and the McKinney Fork. A series of steep inclines and gaps, including Muse Gap and Flint Gap, reveal the logistical challenges of the era's rail-dependent economy. Cultural life is anchored by local institutions such as Antioch Ch and the Round Rock Sch. The map preserves a network of named spurs and ridges, from Massengale Mountain to Log Mountain, reflecting a period when small-scale mining and timber activities left distinct marks on the Cumberland Plateau.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1946
Date Published1947
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22.04 x 27.34 inches

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Source Details

SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain