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2016 Map of Covington

Name: 2016 Topographic Map of Covington
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2016
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2016

About this map

The Jackson River carves a deep path through the Ridge and Valley province, anchoring the industrial and residential development of Covington and its surrounding neighborhoods. This era shows the dense suburban pattern of Fairlawn, Rayon Terrace, and Parrish Court gathered along the riverbanks, while the expansive George Washington National Forest preserves the steep slopes of Peters Ridge and Piney Ridge to the east. The map captures the meeting of water and transit, with Valley Ridge Rd following the river's winding course toward Low Moor.

Genealogists will find several burial grounds documented, including Smith Cem, Cedar Hill Cem, and Mallow Cem. The northern portion of the sheet features the dramatic Falling Spring Falls near Falling Spring Creek, a landmark that has drawn visitors since the earliest days of settlement in Alleghany County. The transition from the urban center of Covington to the outlying ridges of Horse Mountain illustrates the area's continued reliance on its unique geography for both industry and recreation.