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2019 Map of Bottom

Name: 2019 Topographic Map of Bottom
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2019
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2019

About this map

The Fisher River and Mitchell River drain this portion of Surry County, where the foothills of the Blue Ridge rise into prominent peaks like Skull Camp Mtn, Warrior Mtn, and Raven Knob. This modern survey reveals a landscape of winding country roads and small communities, with Dobson serving as a significant local hub. The map provides a detailed view of the area's rural character, showing the distribution of small settlements like Beulah and Ladonia against the backdrop of the rising terrain.

Genealogists and local historians can find several established burial grounds, including Beulah Cem and Salem Fork Cem, often located near their respective community centers. The northern portion of the quadrangle is dominated by more elevation, featuring Fulcher Mtn and the recreational area at Raven Knob Park-Lake. Numerous smaller waterways such as Snow Cr, Burris Cr, and Hatchers Cr dissect the land, illustrating the complex drainage patterns typical of this Piedmont-mountain transition zone.