2003 Map of Carter

About this map

Holston Mountain dominates the landscape in this northeast Tennessee region, where the Cherokee National Forest and the Big Laurel Branch Wilderness protect a complex network of ridges and hollows. Small settlements like Sadie, Housley, and Carter are tucked into the valley floors, particularly along the path of Stony Creek and its many tributaries such as Hodge Branch and Richardson Branch. This area is characterized by a high concentration of family-named landmarks and essential community institutions. Genealogists can trace local heritage through numerous burial sites including Stoutson Cem and Grindstaff Cem, while the presence of the Holston Mtn Fire Tower at Holston High Knob and the Helicopter Waterhole reflect the practicalities of managing these heavily forested slopes. The map also captures local education and industry, from the Unaka Sch to the Stoutson Quarry near Buladeen.