1954 Map of Cumberland City

About this map

Lake Cumberland dominates the northern landscape of this mid-century survey, its fingers reaching deep into the jagged valleys of the Cumberland River basin. Following the impoundment of the lake, the high ground remains dotted with small agrarian hubs like Cumberland City and Watauga. The terrain is defined by prominent elevations such as Short Mountain and Cedar Knob, where the local road network winds around steep topography to connect numerous family-named landmarks and rural institutions. Genealogists will find a wealth of specific data points, from the McWhorter Cem and Cabell Clipper Cem to a series of community schools including Pine Grove Sch and Pleasant Ridge Sch. The presence of Grider Hill Dock reflects the region's mid-century transition toward water-based recreation and commerce along the newly established shoreline.