1907 Map of Cowee, 1921 Print
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1907 Map of Cowee

USGS Topo · Published 1921

About this map

Bryson and Franklin serve as the primary hubs in this turn-of-the-century survey, a period when the Southern Ry followed the winding course of the Tuckasegee River through the heart of the mountains. The map captures a landscape defined by its river-valley settlements and high mountain gaps, showing the early footprints of towns like Sylva, Cullowhee, and Waynesville. At this time, commerce and travel were tethered to water and rail, with Wests Mill and Dillsboro marking key points of local activity.


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Map Details

Date Portrayed1907
Date Published1921
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:125,000
Physical Dimensions16.42 x 19.65 inches

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CopyrightPublic Domain