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1946 Map of Camp Austin

Name: 1946 Topographic Map of Camp Austin
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1946
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1946

About this map

Wartburg serves as the focal point of this 1940s landscape, situated where the Foust Highway meets the rugged slopes of Bird Mountain. The surrounding terrain is defined by the winding course of the Emory River, which cuts through the Cumberland Plateau and provides a natural corridor for the Southern railroad. The map documents the rural infrastructure of Morgan County during this era, noting the locations of the Wartburg Cem, local congregations at Liberty Ch and Mossy Grove Ch, and small educational centers like Whiteoak Sch and Piney Sch.

Smaller settlements such as Deermont and Camp Austin are established along the riverbanks, reflecting a community deeply tied to the local water and rail networks. Beyond the cleared valley lands, the map reveals a complex system of ridges and peaks, including Love Mountain, Chimney Top Mtn, and Little Brushy Mountain, illustrating the topographic challenges faced by early Tennessee residents and industry.