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2013 Map of Clarkrange

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of Clarkrange
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

Clarkrange and Rinnie serve as the primary nodes of settlement in this part of the Cumberland Plateau, where the landscape is defined by the headwaters of several major drainage systems. The northern reaches of the map are characterized by the steep relief of the Obey River basin, featuring landmarks like Steel Tram Ridge and the deeply incised Maynard Hollow. To the south and east, the terrain transitions into a labyrinth of creeks including Clear Cr and Slate Cr.

Tracing the rural road network reveals the importance of the local topography to early transit, with many routes following ridges to avoid the narrow hollows. Notable landmarks such as the D O Beaty Bridge and the winding The Gooseneck on Clear Creek highlight the area's geological complexity. This survey documents the modern layout of several long-standing local communities, including Muddy Pond, Polk Hollow, and Hickory Corner, providing a detailed look at the rural homesteads and agricultural clearings that dot the plateau.