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2013 Map of Blountville

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of Blountville
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

The Blountville Historic District serves as the focal point of this Sullivan County landscape, where the traditional layout of the town meets the expanding residential developments of the early 21st century. The terrain is defined by a series of parallel ridges and hollows, including Akard Ridge, Booher Ridge, and Walker Mountain, which channel the flow of Reedy Creek and Back Creek. This drainage pattern influenced the placement of numerous small settlements and additions such as Beechnut City, Oakview, and Mount Tucker Addition.

To the southeast, the massive footprint of the Bristol International Speedway marks a significant modern industrial and entertainment landmark. Genealogists and local historians can trace legacy family locations through features like Graveyard Hill, Zachs Knob, and Gott Hollow. The map also details vital local infrastructure, from the Blountville Water Works to the various bridges and springs, such as Wolford Spring and Thomas Bridge, that have long supported these Appalachian communities.