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2010 Map of Chestnut Grove

Name: 2010 Topographic Map of Chestnut Grove
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2010
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2010

About this map

The Buffalo River carves a deep, winding path through this corner of Tennessee, defining the local topography and settlement patterns. Numerous family-named hollows, such as Kittrell Hollow, Scaggs Hollow, and Mack Hollow, are tucked into the drainages of major tributaries like Cane Creek and Coon Creek. These names reflect a deep genealogical history, where small homesteads were often concentrated in the narrow valleys. The presence of several family burial grounds, including the DePriest Cemetery and Ledbetter Cemetery, further anchors the landscape to specific lineages.

Higher elevations are marked by features like Burns Ridge and the Linden Lookout Tower, which provides a vantage point over the timbered terrain. Roads often follow the path of least resistance along these ridges or adjacent to waterways, as seen with Old State Hwy 13. The mapping of small springs like Tuomey Spring and Bates Spring suggests the historical importance of localized water sources for those living in the hollows.