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1941 Map of Capitol Hill

Name: 1941 Topographic Map of Capitol Hill
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1944
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1944

About this map

Camp Forrest Military Reservation dominates the northern landscape of this 1941 survey, reflecting the rapid military expansion in Tennessee during the early years of World War II. The terrain, known locally as The Barrens, is bisected by the winding Elk River, which serves as a central artery for the region's geography and infrastructure. Significant river crossings such as Morris Ferry Bridge, Leach Bridge, and Kemp Ford indicate the vital transport links connecting rural communities like Buncombe and Duncantown.

Industrial and community life is anchored by the Estill Springs Power Plant and various rural landmarks. Numerous small congregations and family centers are documented, including Paynes Ch, Knight Ch, and the Elder Cem. The map provides a detailed view of the area just as the Camp Forrest Pumping Station and other utility works were being established to support the nearby military population, contrasting modern infrastructure with traditional settlements like Capitol Hill.