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1967 Map of Covesville, 1991 Print
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1967 Map of Covesville

USGS Topo · Published 1991

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The Southern railroad corridor anchors this Virginia Piedmont landscape, winding through the narrow valleys between Chalk Mountain and Cook Mountain. Orchards and agriculture define the valley floor near Covesville, where the railway provided a vital link for the region's produce. The terrain is defined by the high ridges of the Boaz Mountains and Fan Mountains, with several prominent gaps like Israel Gap serving as traditional transit points between the watersheds of the Mechums River and the Hardware River. Numerous rural landmarks suggest a long-established community structure, from the Red Hill Sch to scattered houses of worship like Mt Ed Ch, Zion Ch, and Bethel Ch. Further north, the settlement of Batesville sits at the foot of Israel Mountain, while the distinct villages of North Garden and South Garden mark the lower elevations where the Jumping Branch meets the main river channel.

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Map Details

Date Portrayed1967
Date Published1991
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:24,000
Physical Dimensions22 x 26.9 inches

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SourceU.S. Geological Survey
CopyrightPublic Domain