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2011 Map of Cove Creek Gap

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Cove Creek Gap
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

About this map

Shelton Laurel and the surrounding mountain ridges define the landscape of this 2011 topographic study in western North Carolina. The Pigeon River carves a path through the terrain, moderated by Walters Dam, while old routes like Hurricane Creek Rd and National Park Rd traverse the steep elevations. This area is characterized by family-named mountain features such as Scottish Mount, Messer Gap, and Dogwood Flats.

Genealogists will find a wealth of burial sites including Sutton Cemetery, Harrell Cemetery, and Hannah Cemetery near Ola. The map documents small settlements like Cataloochee and Nellie alongside numerous peaks, including Mount Sterling, which features the Mount Sterling Lookout. The intricate drainage network of branches and creeks, such as Baxter Creek and Cataloochee Creek, illustrates the complex hydrology that influenced early settlement patterns and the placement of remote homesteads.