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2019 Map of Catawba

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

USGS Topo · Published 2019

About this map

New Castle and Catawba anchor this topographic study of the ridge-and-valley landscape along the borders of Craig, Botetourt, and Roanoke Counties. The terrain is defined by the steep slopes of N Mountain and Tinker Mtn, with much of the northern half of the quadrangle protected within the Jefferson National Forest. A notable concentration of human activity follows the path of Catawba Creek, where Catawba Valley Dr connects several local landmarks.

Genealogists will find the locations of Catawba Cem and Morgan Cem preserved near the valley floor. The map also records the winding path of the Appalachian National Scenic Trail as it traverses the high ground of the southern ridges. Unique geographical features, such as the karst formation known as The Murder Hole, highlight the specific geological character of this part of the Virginia highlands.