1968 Map of Dale Hollow Reservoir SE

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The Dale Hollow Reservoir dominates this landscape, its waters filling the deep valleys of the Wolf River and Obey River along the Kentucky-Tennessee border. In this mid-century survey, the reservoir's controlled inundation to 663 feet is captured, showing the many islands it created such as Opossum Island and Goat Island. The map provides a detailed view of local community hubs like Willow Grove and Colson, as well as numerous rural institutions including Mt Pisgah Ch and Maple Grove Sch. Geologically, the area is defined by sharp topographic contrasts, from the high elevation of Chowning Knob to the water-carved Accordion Bluff overlooking the reservoir. Researchers can trace the network of backroads and jeep trails that connected upland settlements like Oakley and Fairview to the various branches and forks of the surrounding river system.