1896 Map of Briceville
USGS Topo · Published 1901About this map
The Southern R. R. and several specialized rail lines, such as the Jellico Div. and the Knoxville and Ohio Div., pierce the dense ridges of the Cumberland Plateau in this late 19th-century survey. The landscape is defined by its deep narrow valleys and prominent heights like Walden Ridge and Cross Mtn.. In the lowlands, Clinton and Jacksboro serve as early hubs of activity, while the interior is dotted with remote settlements like Podopholine and Almy. The map reveals an industrializing wilderness where coal and timber interests follow the river paths of the New River and Buffalo Creek. Distinctive landmarks such as Frozen Head and Pilot Knob provide essential orientation for early travelers and surveyors navigating the complex topography of Anderson and Campbell counties.
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Editions of this 1896 Briceville Map
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Historical Maps of Knoxville Through Time
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