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2011 Map of Damascus

Name: 2011 Topographic Map of Damascus
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2011
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2011

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The Middle Fork Holston River and South Fork Holston River converge within this corner of Washington County, shaping a landscape defined by river-bottom agriculture and small valley settlements. The town of Damascus serves as a primary hub in the south, while smaller crossroads like Lodi, Osceola, and Vestal anchor the surrounding rural tracts. The region’s historic reliance on water power is evident in the presence of De Busk Mill, Vails Mill, and Mock Mill, landmarks that reflect a long-standing milling tradition along the creeks.

Genealogists will find several family and community burial grounds, including Oak Hill Cemetery, Roe Cemetery, and Moore Cemetery. Distinctive terrain features such as Chestnut Ridge and Rhea Valley divide the drainage basins, while historical infrastructure is marked by several named spans like Craig Bridge and Mast Bridge. Between the hills, rural life is organized around landmarks like Groseclose Corner and Camp Pocahontas, showcasing the area's mid-century development patterns.