1963 Map of Check

About this map

The Blue Ridge Parkway defines the high southeastern ridge of this landscape, winding through the complex meeting point of Floyd, Roanoke, and Franklin counties. This 1963 survey captures the rural character of the Blue Ridge Highlands, where small community hubs like Check and Simpsons are connected by a network of drainage-following roads. The headwaters of the South Fork Roanoke River and the Little River carve deep valleys through the upland, creating the high-relief terrain of Lick Ridge. Local history is preserved in several family and community landmarks, from the Salem Cem and Simpson Cem to rural congregations at Pine Forest Ch and St Pauls Ch. Of particular note is the Mid-Century recreational and social footprint, evidenced by Camp Kiwanianna in the north and a Drive-in Theater located centrally near the highway junction.