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1979 Map of Concord

Name: 1979 Topographic Map of Concord
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1980
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1980

About this map

Industrial activity and community life intersect in this late 1970s landscape, where the heavy footprint of coal extraction sits alongside established rural settlements. The central Warrior River and its major tributary, Valley Creek, anchor a region defined by extensive mining operations, including the massive Concord Mine and various Strip Mine sites. These industrial areas are identifiable by prominent infrastructure like Air Shafts, a Coal Silo, and vast Tailings deposits.

Local heritage is well-preserved through numerous country churches and landmarks that map the social fabric of Jefferson County. From the Rock Creek Ch in the north to New Shady Grove Ch and the Bell Sch near the Louisville and Nashville Railroad in the south, the map provides essential details for genealogists. Notable topographic crossings like Starveacre Ford and the presence of the Valley Creek Cem further document the historic movement and resting places of the area's residents.